Living with cancer

Having cancer will affect all areas of your life. This section has information about coping with everyday life during your cancer treatment.

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Cancer and relationships

Going through cancer and its treatment can affect the relationships you have with people, including your parents and family, friends and partners. You might find that having cancer makes some of your relationships stronger. You might make new friends, or…

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Coping with changes to your body

Cancer and its treatments can affect how you look. Some changes are temporary, such as losing your hair during chemotherapy. But even if you know some side effects won’t last, it doesn’t mean they will be easier to deal with.

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School, work and money

Having cancer will affect all areas of your life. Whether you're at school or university, or working, this section has information on letting your school, university or employer know you have cancer, returning after treatment, and the financial impact of…