End-of-life charity Marie Curie and King’s College London (KCL) have revealed that thousands of terminally ill people are missing out on vital financial support. Their research found uncertainty around prognosis, and low awareness of benefits rules, were among the barriers that mean some eligible people do not get the help they need. He applied for PIP in 2022 because he needed financial support as he underwent chemotherapy alongside other treatments, but initially, his application was rejected. PIP is a non-means-tested disability benefit to help people with the extra costs of living and getting around, including those with cancer. “Healthcare professionals also need the training, support and resources required to make conversations about financial support a routine part of care.”