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Iambryan123

hi.i do receive the lower rate of pip at the minute.2 weeks ago I was diagnosed with severe emphysema.last we I was told I have lung & liver cancer.i have a biopsy on the 25 th of June to find out what type.stage.treatment will be.i was just wondering as probably going to be needing a lot of taxis as I don’t drive.I’m guessing I will have a lot of appointments coming up and a bit extra would help.I’m also guessing i would have to call them.thanks jo

poppy123456

I'm sorry to hear that. A diagnosis isn't a change of circumstances that needs to be reported. If it's possible to score more points for a higher award then yes you can report changes but you'll be sent another form to fill in and return with all your information and any additional supporting evidence.

Another assessment is most likely because most people have them. Once a decision is made your award could either remain the same, be increased and even stopped completely.