Why you should consider a standalone cancer policy

According to a study recently conducted by Edelweiss Tokio Life Insurance, 75 percent of cancer patients in India are either not insured or inadequately insured. This means that along with mental and physical strain, cancer ends up being a huge financial hit as well on these patients and their families.  

So, in case you or any of your friends have any history of cancer in the family, then pay close attention because this week we discuss how to best prepare yourself to mitigate the financial impact of this dreaded disease with Sumit Rai, managing director and chief executive officer of Edelweiss Tokio Life Insurance and financial planning expert Kshitiz Mahajan.