David Haas, is an advocate for cancer patients and wants to make a difference in their lives because cancer has devastated so many people in this world. He loves to write and share his opinions, feelings, and views with others via his blog, the Haas Blaag
Cancer Survivor Networks and Their Importance
No one ever teaches you how to cope with cancer until you already have been diagnosed with it. There is no way to prepare for getting a diagnosis of lung, heart or breast cancer or dealing with a mesothelioma prognosis. You have so many questions- what will my daily life be like? How do I talk to my children? What can I do to stop the cancer from recurring? For answers to these questions and to find unlimited support from people who have been there, join a cancer survivor network.
The National Cancer Institute details the many emotional issues faced by those that just received a diagnosis and those that are going through treatment. You may find yourself going through periods of anxiety or depression as you navigate this process. Fatigue may make you feel even worse. Talking to your doctor, friends, family or a therapist will help. But sometimes you just want to connect with others that are going through the same feelings. That is where cancer survivor networks come in.
Survivor networks are filled with advice from people just like you- those that were scared when they were first diagnosed and still worry about the future. Many of these networks specialize in all different types of cancer, from melanoma to mesothelioma. This can give you specialized information and understanding from people who are going through exactly what you are going through. They are also filled with stories of hope from survivors and tips from experts. Most hospitals offer regular meetings of cancer survivors that you can attend for free. Check with your local institution for more information.
However, you can still receive the same amazing support in the comfort of your own home. There are many cancer support networks available online. You can easily find general support networks or those that deal with just your specific type of cancer. On many, you can create your own personal profile to tell your cancer story and share blog posts, audio recordings, photographs and more. You can feel free to express yourself and find others that feel the same way you do. Through discussion boards and chatting, you can find someone to answer your questions and will often realize that what you thought were unique worries are not unique at all. You may even help someone else after you join!
The importance of joining a cancer survivor network cannot be understated. They are a great place to go to find the hope and support that will help you through your own journey as a cancer survivor.
The National Cancer Institute details the many emotional issues faced by those that just received a diagnosis and those that are going through treatment. You may find yourself going through periods of anxiety or depression as you navigate this process. Fatigue may make you feel even worse. Talking to your doctor, friends, family or a therapist will help. But sometimes you just want to connect with others that are going through the same feelings. That is where cancer survivor networks come in.
Survivor networks are filled with advice from people just like you- those that were scared when they were first diagnosed and still worry about the future. Many of these networks specialize in all different types of cancer, from melanoma to mesothelioma. This can give you specialized information and understanding from people who are going through exactly what you are going through. They are also filled with stories of hope from survivors and tips from experts. Most hospitals offer regular meetings of cancer survivors that you can attend for free. Check with your local institution for more information.
However, you can still receive the same amazing support in the comfort of your own home. There are many cancer support networks available online. You can easily find general support networks or those that deal with just your specific type of cancer. On many, you can create your own personal profile to tell your cancer story and share blog posts, audio recordings, photographs and more. You can feel free to express yourself and find others that feel the same way you do. Through discussion boards and chatting, you can find someone to answer your questions and will often realize that what you thought were unique worries are not unique at all. You may even help someone else after you join!
The importance of joining a cancer survivor network cannot be understated. They are a great place to go to find the hope and support that will help you through your own journey as a cancer survivor.
By: David Haas
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