Chemotherapy Support
Where do I get support?
Chemotherapy can bring major changes to a person's life. It can affect overall health, threaten a sense of well being, disrupt day to day schedules, and put a strain on personal relationships. Many people feel fearful, anxious, angry, or depressed at some point during their chemotherapy. These emotions are normal and understandable, but they may also be disturbing. There are many sources of support you can draw on. For example:
- Doctors and Nurses
- Counseling professionals
- Friends and Family members
- Support groups
Where can I get more information about my cancer?
- 1-800-4-CANCER (The Cancer Information Service, a program of the National Cancer Institute. The staff can answer questions in English or Spanish and can send you free booklet about cancer.
- American Cancer Society 1-800-ACS-2345
- The Internet can be used but remember to make sure the source is creditable.
