The majority of people living in the West don't take illness seriously and would rely on their family for care, according to the latest research.

The research, published by Irish Life, has shown that 56 per cent would depend on their family for care if they became seriously ill, while 37 per cent would rely on their partner. Most have not considered serious illness cover.

The main reasons for not having serious illness protection amongst people living in the West were found to be 'just never got around to it', which was suggested by 28 per cent of people, while 12 per cent suggested that 'everyone is entitled to healthcare free of charge'.

Caroline Townsend, Marketing Protection Manager, Irish Life Retail said: "Most people feel that a combination of the State healthcare system and family will provide them with adequate support should they become ill. However, what they fail to realise is that, depending on the level of illness they experience, they may be placing a very large commitment and strain on their family.

"Nursing a person through a serious illness may require professional assistance and without access to that assistance, made possible by serious illness lump sum payments, many families may struggle to cope emotionally and financially," she said.

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