Going through cancer is hard enough. But trying to talk about it to your loved ones can be pretty tough too. Cancer is still one of those weird taboo subjects, even though half of the population is affected by it. The truth is that people become very awkward around things they don’t know too much … More How To Talk To Your Family About Cancer | Cancer Tips
I’ve always said that the worst part of having tests done is the agonising wait for results. Once you have those results, you know where you stand, but that bit in-between is enough to give the coolest person in the world anxiety. Recently, I’ve been suffering with pain in my hip and lower back. Unfortunately, … More The Reality of Scanxiety | Cancer Tips
When you’ve been diagnosed with cancer, your whole world feels like it’s been flipped on its head. Your priorities have suddenly changed, all your plans are up in the air and you feel like you don’t know your left from your right. I was diagnosed with cancer at 14 and people used to ask me … More How to Stay Positive When You’re Going Through Cancer Treatment | Cancer Tips
This week’s blog post is all about building a strong support network because having the right people around you is so important. Especially around events which can be quite emotional, like Christmas time. We’re influenced by the people around us and if you’re always being put down or find yourself surrounded with negative energy, you … More 3 Tips for Building a Strong Support Network | Confidence
While you’re in hospital, the same four walls can be very, very boring. Sometimes, it’s nice to make future plans & give yourself something to look forward to – they don’t have to be big or extravagant, just organising a get-together with friends can give you a focus. Or if you’re too tired, ask someone else if … More Looking Ahead | Cancer Tips
Although there seems to be a lot of people around at times like this, it is easy to feel isolated as very few people will know how you are really feeling. Relatives & friends will inevitably worry about you. Because you’re not looking like your usual self, they may not believe you when you say you’re … More Feeling Alone | Cancer Tips
Not only does cancer affect your health, it affects your whole way of life. It is overwhelming at first – health worries, financial worries, ‘what will the rest of my life be like?’ worries! There’s so much information to take in & everything seems to be thrown into madness mode. Don’t panic. There are lots … More The Overwhelming ‘Big C’ | Cancer Tips
Your appearance can change dramatically while you are going through treatment. It can be a shock when you look in the mirror & see a version of you that you’re not used to – but it can be a perfect excuse to experiment with all kinds of looks! The most obvious effect of chemotherapy is … More Changes in your Appearance | Cancer Tips
It’s natural to be anxious when your world is suddenly shaken up by a cancer diagnosis and your future looks uncertain. To calm anxiety upon diagnosis: To calm anxiety throughout treatment: Here a few helplines to call if you’re finding it hard to manage your cancer anxiety: Cancer Research UK – 0808 800 4040 Macmillan … More Dealing with Anxiety During Cancer Treatment | Cancer Tips
First and foremost, your health is the priority here. Try not to stress out about taking time off work, school or college – a lot of your energy needs to go into getting better. If you’re still studying, there will be time to catch up on your work at a later date. Sometimes, people are … More Education and Work | Cancer Tips
Allie Morgan - Writer & Cancer Survivor 