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Cancer prevention, wellness, and survivorship news from the American Cancer Society.
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What You Should Know About Palliative Care
Published on: February 27, 2020
Palliative care is not just for end of life. It helps anyone with a serious illness manage the symptoms and stress of their condition. Learn about pain relief, emotional support, and other types of palliative care.
Caregiving Before and After Cancer Surgery
Published on: February 6, 2020
Taking care of someone who’s having cancer surgery may involve helping them get ready before the procedure, being their advocate during recovery, and then helping them get back to daily life again.
Protect Your Heart During Cancer Treatment
Published on: February 3, 2020
As cancer patients survive longer because of better treatments, they may be more likely to die of something else, including heart disease. There are often ways to help lower the risk.
FAQ: Caregiving During Chemotherapy
Published on: November 13, 2019
Taking care of someone getting chemotherapy can involve helping to make treatment decisions and many other tasks. Knowing what to expect as a caregiver allows you to be helpful while taking care of your own needs too. Learn the basics.
FAQ: Caregiving During Radiation Treatment
Published on: October 18, 2019
It’s normal to have questions about how to help someone getting radiation treatment. Read the answers to some of the more common ones here. For more help call us at 1-800-227-2345.