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Cancer diagnosis: 11 tips for coping
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Get the facts about your cancer diagnosis
Keep the lines of communication open
Anticipate possible physical changes
Maintain a healthy lifestyle
Let friends and family help you
Review your goals and priorities
Try to maintain your normal lifestyle
Consider how your diagnosis will impact your finances
Talk to other people with cancer
Fight stigmas
Develop your own coping strategy
Talk to other people with cancer
Sometimes it will feel as if people who haven't experienced a cancer diagnosis can't fully understand how you're feeling. It may help to talk to people who have been in your situation. Other cancer survivors can share their experiences and give you insight into what you can expect during treatment.
You may have a friend or family member who has had cancer. Or you can connect with other cancer survivors through support groups. Ask your doctor about support groups in your area or contact your local chapter of the American Cancer Society. Online message boards also bring cancer survivors together. Start with the American Cancer Society's Cancer Survivors Network.
