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Cancer in Iowa 2008

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Coping and Support

Frightened and worried are words patients use to describe themselves when talking about the possibility that they may have cancer. Those feelings often continue once a diagnosis of cancer is made. Each of us respond to feelings in different ways and we would like to help you and your family in finding ways to support you while you are treated for your cancer.

Support resources available to you at University Hospitals include:

Telling your family and friends can be hard for some:

Advanced Cancer

Caregiver Information:

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* List of Agency and Organization Abbreviations

For additional information, contact the Cancer Information Service
Available Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (CT)
1-800-237-1225   or   319-356-3000
cancer-information@uiowa.edu

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