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Communicate With Your Health Care Team: Overview

Understanding what your health care team is saying, and knowing what questions to ask them, is important to getting the best care. Some survivors feel uncomfortable or unsure about asking questions of medical professionals. A good relationship with your health care team depends on good communication.

Detailed Information about this topic includes:

  • Why survivors may have difficulties communicating with their health care teams
  • Signs that you might benefit from better communication
  • How improved communication can help you

Suggestions for this topic include:

  • How to use the Cancer Survivor's Health Journal to prepare for medical appointments
  • Questions to ask your health care team during the visit

Additional Resources for this topic include organizations that provide more detailed information and support services to help you communicate with your health care team.
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