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Brain Tumour Disability Tax Credi t



A brain tumour is the growth of abnormal cells that are either within or around the brain’s structure. There are over 120 different types of brain tumours, and these vary from being cancerous (malignant) or benign. Benign means that it is the least aggressive type of brain tumour. It does not contain cancer cells, and typically does not spread into other tissue.


Symptoms of Brain Tumour It is important to be aware of the symptoms of brain tumours. However, these symptoms can vary depending on the tumour type and its location. General symptoms to be aware of for brain tumours are recurring headaches, issues with vision, seizures, personality changes, short-term memory loss, poor coordination, and difficulty speaking or comprehending information.


Treatments for Brain Tumour Men are more likely to develop a brain tumour in comparison to women. To treat this tumour, surgery is needed followed by radiation therapy or combined radiation therapy and chemotherapy. Radiation therapy is used to kill the leftover tumour cells in order to prevent recurrence.


Eligibility Criteria for Disability Tax Credit for Brain Tumour To be eligible for this tax credit program one must have had their brain tumour for at least 12 months. In addition, it must be severely affected them the majority of the time.


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