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Health and Well-Being After a Cancer Diagnosis

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  3. Health and Well-Being After a Cancer Diagnosis

Explore links to resources that may help you enhance your health and well-being after a cancer diagnosis. The resources below address emotional concerns, nutrition and physical activity, support services, follow-up medical care, and testing for cancer.

Emotional Concerns

Coping with Cancer

This information is to help people cope with the many issues and concerns that can occur when diagnosed with cancer.

Depression

Read NCI’s information on feelings of depression during and after cancer treatment.

Post-Traumatic Stress

Find out more about the occurrence, detection and treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder after cancer treatment is provided.

Emotional Support for Young People with Cancer

NCI resource helps young people find support after a cancer diagnosis and during cancer treatment.

Nutrition and Physical Activity

Nutrition in Cancer Care

Learn why nutrition is important for cancer patients.

Federal Dietary Guidelines for Americans

Download guidelines and tips to help people stay healthy and fit.

Physical Activity and Cancer

Studies have highlighted the importance of physical activity for cancer survivors.

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Peer-to-Peer Support

Cancer Survivors Network

Created by and for cancer survivors, join the American Cancer Society’s network to cope with the challenges and spectrum of emotions that living with cancer can bring.

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Cancer Care Network

Get information on counseling, support groups, education, and financial assistance with this patient-to-patient network.

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myCancerConnection

myCancerConnection offers one-on-one support by connecting patients, survivors and caregivers around the globe to a cancer support community of people who have “been there.”

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Follow-Up Medical Care and Testing for Cancer

Follow-Up Medical Care

All cancer survivors should have follow-up care.

 

Cancer Screening

Learn about the benefits and potential harms of cancer screening.