Just diagnosed?

Being diagnosed with cancer is usually a huge shock. Even if your doctors have prepared you for the possibility of cancer, it can still leave you reeling when it’s confirmed.

So, whether it’s you yourself who’s just been diagnosed, or someone close to you, right now you may be feeling shocked, numb, confused, sad, and frightened. You may be wondering what’s going to happen next, and who’s going to be there to help you through it all. All these feelings are natural and experienced by many who have been through what you’re going through now.

We can help you:

• Find out about tests you may need
• Understand more about the type of cancer you have
• Make sense of the treatment options and possible side effects
• Understand health care services and what they can offer you

 You might be wondering:

•  How this will affect your family and relationships
•  How to tell people
•  How to cope with work and financial concerns

  We‘re here to help you, your family and friends with all of this and more .

You can contact one of our cancer support specialists . We can answer any of your questions about cancer and its treatment. We can talk about any aspect of living with cancer| , such as eating problems, coping with side effects, talking to people, managing your work and your finances. We can tell you where a local support group| is, or how to access a counsellor. Or you may want to join our online community| where you can blog your experience and share tips with others.