There are many things surrounding cancer that most people without medical training won't understand. Here is a helpful list of terminology to help things make sense.
Caregivers
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Caregiver's Bill of Rights
It is important to understand the position of the person providing care. These thoughts can help provide some clarity on how to proceed as a caregiver and one who is receiving care.
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Challenges Caregivers Should Expect
Cancer treatment is an extremely rough process for patients, but it also has a heavy toll on those providing the care.
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Discovering Meaning as a Caregiver
You may come to a point where you start to see things differently as a caregiver. Here are some things to keep in mind.
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Help For The Helper
As a caregiver, you have a lot of responsibility on your shoulders. Asking for help is the best way to avoid wearing yourself out.
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Practical Steps You Can Take To Help
There are several things you can do to help your loved one through their treatment. They need and appreciate your support.
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Storing Important Records
Keeping clear and accurate records will contribute to your peace of mind when it comes to dealing with the paperwork involved with your cancer care.
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Taking Care of the Caregiver - You!
Cancer affects the person experiencing cancer and going through treatment, but it can also be a hard experience for the caregiver. If you are a caregiver remember to take care of yourself.
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The Caregiver's Coping Toolkit
Caregivers need to remember to care for themselves as well as their loved ones.
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The Caregiver's Guide to Pain
A caregiver can help their loved one manage pain and can help explain the pain their loved one feels to the doctors.