Around 200 children a year are diagnosed with cancer in Ireland.
It's costing families an average of €15,300 a year to deal with a child cancer diagnosis, according to new research.
The Irish Cancer Society says medication was cited by parents as a significant expense, as well as travel, mental health supports, and one-off costs such as wigs and head coverings.
Around 200 children a year are diagnosed with cancer in Ireland.
The Real Cost of Childhood and Adolescent Cancer Report — contains survey findings from 100 parents and guardians of children who’ve experienced a childhood cancer diagnosis. The @IrishCancerSoc is now increasing its Children’s Fund grant to €3,000 https://t.co/3fzeMDgkAZ
— Children's Rights Alliance (@ChildRightsIRL) November 1, 2021

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