Rights and wrongs of what to say and do
Hi and welcome to our club.
Thank you for asking this question, we have a selection of tips in a page here.
One think we often hear is about people feeling very lonely when they have cancer as it can feel like the world is moving on unattached to the patient. One older tip can be - if you do not know what to say then give a hug.
<<hugs>>
Steve.
Whatever cancer throws your way, we’re right there with you.
We’re here to provide physical, financial and emotional support.
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