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There is no "right" way to feel, but many survivors find this solution: talking their feelings out with family and friends, health professionals, other patients, and counselors such as clergy and psychotherapists. More

Facing Cancer

Understanding Your Diagnosis
Learn about cancer in general: how it starts and affects the body and the tests that help find it.
Deciding on Treatment
Get an overview of the main types of treatment for cancer in general.
Managing Side Effects
Learn how to cope with the common unwanted side effects that may result from cancer treatment.
Living With Cancer
Get help with issues that continue after initial treatment, such as follow-up care, work and money concerns, caregiving and family issues, and emotional and spiritual support.
Being a Proactive Patient
Take an active role in your care and be a wise healthcare consumer.

Preventing Cancer

Learn About Cancer Prevention
Learn about what puts you at risk for cancer, recommended screening regimens, and the tests that find cancer early.
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Dictionary
Easy-to-understand definitions for cancer terms.
Drug Reference
Find out what you need to know about the medications you are taking.
Herbs, Vitamins & Supplements
Discover medically validated uses for vitamins, minerals, amino acids, hormones, and other substances used as nutritional supplements.

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Q: Are the side effects of chemotherapy worse than the cancer?