Reviewed by: Dr Raymond Snyder, Director Of Oncology,St Vincent's Hospital
Prof David Clarke, School of Psychology, Psychiatry and Psychological Medicine, Monash University
Taken from: Life with Cancer booklet (594kb)
This information is for people with cancer and their families and friends. It's about the feelings and experiences people have when they're diagnosed and treated for cancer, and while recovering from cancer treatment.
Our Helpline - 13 11 20 - can discuss any of these things with you and link you to appropriate supports.
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When you're first toldHearing a diagnosis can be devastating. Cancer painMany find that understanding their illness can help them to better manage it. Nutrition & exerciseWhich foods? How much exercise is enough? Legal rights & responsibilitiesLearn about your legal position as a result of being diagnosed with cancer. |
Sexuality & cancerLearn how cancer and its treatment might affect your sexuality. Learning to relaxManaging stress can help you feel in control. |
