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Here you'll find need-to-know information from women who've been through breast cancer. They'll explain what you should do immediately after being diagnosed, what to ask you doctor, how to tell your family, even how to talk to your employer - important advice to help you cope with these first crucial days.

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For Husbands and Partners

Breast Cancer Husbands: Surviving the First 48 Hours
Breast Cancer Husband Tom Brown discusses what's most important during the first 48 hours after her cancer diagnosis.
A Husband and Wife Guide to the First 48 Hours
Expert Patient Jacki Donaldson and husband John offer ten tips for surviving the first 48 hours after diagnosis.

Breaking the News to Others

The First 48 Hours: Breaking the News to Your Children
It’s one of the first challenges you'll encounter. Expert Patient Beth Brophy shares tips on talking to your kids about breast cancer.
Telling Your Friends and Co-Workers About Breast Cancer
You’ve told your children about your diagnosis. Now how do you break the news to everyone else?

The First 48 Hours

The First 48 Hours
You've just been diagnosed with breast cancer. Now what? Expert Patient Beth Brophy explains what you need to know.
10 Key Questions to Ask Your Doctor
Whether it’s your first visit or you’re seeking a second opinion, here’s what to ask your doctor about your breast cancer diagnosis.
Top 10 Breast Cancer Myths
Beth Brophy debunks the myths.

Cancer Vocab for the First Visit

Talk to Your Doc - PJ Hamel Can Help

Cancer Vocab for the Follow-up Visit

Expand Your Vocab - PJ Hamel Can Help

Once you’ve started breast cancer treatment – with a lumpectomy or mastectomy, or maybe with chemo – the vocabulary seems to expand like weeds in a garden.

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Your Pathology Report

Just Diagnosed? Make Sense of Your Pathology Report
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