Oncologist-approved cancer information from the American Society of Clinical Oncology

Family, Friends, and Caregivers

Cancer not only affects the person diagnosed, it also affects family members and friends. Watch patient-friendly videos about how to cope with a cancer diagnosis.

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Caring for a Person With a Brain Tumor, with Susan Chang, MD
May 16, 2011

Taking care of a person brain with a brain tumor comes with special needs. In this video, Dr. Susan Chang explains the concept of caregiving and the need for caregivers to take care of themselves during this stressful time.

 
Caring for the Whole Patient, with Editor-in-Chief Diane Blum, MSW
April 26, 2010

Cancer.Net Editor-in-Chief Diane Blum talks about the importance of addressing the emotional and social needs of people with cancer.

 
Caregiving, with Editor-in-Chief Diane Blum, MSW
December 18, 2009

Caregivers are typically family members and friends who provide vital and constant physical and emotional care of a person with cancer. This video provides information on defining the role of caregivers, the potential challenges caregivers face, and helpful tips on how to manage caregiving.

 


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