What You Need to Know When
Your Spouse/Partner Has Been Diagnosed
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It's frightening to learn that someone you love has a life-threatening disease. It feels as though your world has been turned upside down. All kinds of fears and emotions run through your head. You are overwhelmed by a confusing mix of emotions. You have instant rage, an urge to try and make everything alright and you have lots of guilt.

Of all the people affected by cancer, spouses/partners can feel the effects most acutely. It's a threat to all you have known and to your future. This may be the biggest crisis you have ever faced in your relationship. These articles offer some guidance in dealing with issues you may be facing.


What you need to know when you have been diagnosed

What you need to know when your spouse/partner has been diagnosed

It's All About Change

Keeping Perspective

Talking to Your Spouse

Talking to Your Co-workers

Wandering Through the Medical Labyrinth

Checklist of Questions to Ask Doctors

Take Constructive Action

Taking Care of Yourself

Working It Out

What you need to know when your friend/ co-worker has been diagnosed


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