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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.
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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
My mom has severe skin cancer with wounds that must be dressed and bandaged daily. She pulls them off constantly. What can I do?
18 Answerselisny Answered Mar 30, 2024Anyone feel like your family doesn't only not help but makes your life intentionally harder while caregiving?
18 AnswersLlamalover47 Answered Mar 29, 2024How do I care for my grandmother in this circumstance?
10 AnswersPeggySue2020 Answered Mar 27, 2024My autistic disabled brother lives with me and just got prostate cancer. He has Medicare but we are trying to get Medicaid.
3 AnswersGrandma1954 Answered Mar 26, 2024
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Update on Chuck and request for prayers, please.
3,108 CommentsNeedHelpWithMom Commented Mar 26, 2024Adjusting to your LO's decrease in ability.
95 Commentsgolden23 Commented Mar 21, 2024FROM ALVADEER: Just a spot of bother. Don't worry!
228 CommentsMamacrow Commented Mar 13, 2024I need a caregiver for 4 hours, 2 mornings a week and during grocery store trips. Where do I start my search?
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