What to expect if you're diagnosed with cancer

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Published: 17 June 2019

This British Sign Language enabled video explains what may happen next if you are diagnosed with cancer. We talk about the different health professionals you may meet, how cancer treatment is planned, what the main treatments are, tips for talking to your healthcare team and some suggested questions to ask them.  

 

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