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LIVESTRONG®
GUIDEBOOK
A cancer diagnosis brings many unknowns. Most It covers the cancer journey from the time of diagno-
people affected by cancer are unsure about what to sis, through cancer treatment and after treatment.
do first. They may not know how to get the best care The Guidebook offers tools and resources that can
for their own situation. The LIVESTRONG Guide- empower you as you go through your unique experi-
book can help cancer patients, caregivers and their ence with cancer.
loved ones. It provides the information and tools
that are needed to go through their cancer journey. The LIVESTRONG Guidebook is organized
as follows:
When cancer enters your life, you need know-
ledge, support and hope to help you face the chal- • Just Diagnosed
lenges and changes the disease brings. Cancer affects • During Treatment
each patient in physical and emotional ways. It also • After Treatment
affects day-to-day issues such as insurance, finances • Healthy Living
and employment. • Advanced Cancer
• Additional Resources
The Guidebook provides practical information to
help you make decisions and find the best health care.
Also, see The LIVESTRONG Guidebook Planner and Journal (Planner) for a calendar, worksheets
and journal pages that specifically relate to the information in this book.
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