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Support 101 for Cancer Caregivers

Does someone close to you have cancer? Providing support, especially to a family member, can take its toll. Not only do you have the person to support. But you have your own emotions to deal with. And, most likely, you’re keeping things together — or trying to.

As a cancer caregiver, you face emotional, physical, and mental stress. Making sure to care for your own needs is the best way to stay present for your loved one.

Read on for tips, ideas, and guides for the role of a cancer caregiver.

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