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Talking About Your Diagnosis: For patients with a serious illness -

Talking About Your Diagnosis: For patients with a serious illness
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Abstract

 

This handout explores why it might be hard for cancer patients to tell others about their diagnosis, and supports taking the process slowly. It gives tips for talking with children and employers.

Author
Social Work and Care Coordination
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2023
General Subject
Cancer
Specific Subject/Keyword
Diagnosis
Family Participation in Care
Languages
English
Record ID
5055