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What to Say When You Don’t Know What to Say to a Cancer Patient
When a beloved friend or family member has been diagnosed with cancer, finding the right words to say can seem impossible. Caregivers and survivors share their insights.
10 CommentsCancer Care Q and A: Post-Chemo Concerns
Chemotherapy is a common form of cancer treatment, but the side-effects of chemo treatments can be very unpleasant. Here is some advice on what to expect and how to help a loved one cope with chemotherapy.
0 CommentsAn Overview of Cancer
As people age, they are more likely to get cancer, even if no one in the family has had it. Learn about cancer, symptoms to look for, how cancer is diagnosed and what treatments are used for elderly cancer patients.
1 CommentCancer Detection Tests for Elders
Regular cancer detection tests and screenings are important for elders. The earlier cancer is detected, the easier it is to treat.
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Cancer Questions
Mom is fading in hospital, she was supposed to be out already. She got sick twice and has fallen. Maybe I need to vent
0 AnswersPirate2020 Asked 4 hours agoMom is fading in hospital, she was supposed to be out already. She got sick twice and has fallen. Maybe I need to vent
0 AnswersPirate2020 Asked 4 hours agoMom is fading in hospital, she was supposed to be out already. She got sick twice and has fallen. Maybe I need to vent
0 AnswersPirate2020 Asked 4 hours agoMom is fading in hospital, she was supposed to be out already. She got sick twice and has fallen. Maybe I need to vent
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Update on Chuck and request for prayers, please.
3,146 CommentsTynagh Commented Sep 10, 2024Adjusting to your LO's decrease in ability.
100 Commentsgolden23 Commented Aug 28, 2024Chemo in the elderly. Any advice?
12 CommentsBeatty Commented May 16, 2024Relative thought I was faking stage 4 Cancer to get out of caregiving.
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