Almost half of terminal cancer patients receiving treatment at home do not have any central heating. Research carried out by the Irish Cancer Society found that 1 in 3 nurses providing end of life care in homes across the country say they have experienced patients’ homes without any heating.
It also found that 3 in 5 reported households having difficulty paying bills like mortgages, rent and utilities. CEO of the Irish Cancer Society, Averil Power has called on the Government to act and provide assistance.
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