Education & Resources

It’s normal to have a lot of questions and concerns as you navigate cancer. Here, we highlight a selection of resources that are available to support you at any point in your cancer experience — all created to empower you as you navigate this new normal. Feeling empowered can help you regain a sense of control and reduce anxiety as you make decisions about your treatment and cancer care.

Not Sure Where To Begin?

Consider your main questions and concerns at this time. One of these key areas may be a good starting point for you:

Navigating Cancer

Learn about the practical aspects of living with cancer, whether you are a patient, a survivor, or a loved one.

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Coping With Cancer

Find healthy coping strategies, tips, and resources to support you or your loved one on your journey.

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Treatment Decisions

Learn about immunotherapy and other treatments options to help you make informed decisions.

Explore More Popular Topics

Concerns about cancer costs, health insurance, and nutrition are common among patients and their loved ones when going through a cancer diagnosis. These resources cover the basics to help you learn more and find support with these concerns:

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Managing the Cost of Cancer Treatment

Worries about costs of care are common when you are facing a cancer diagnosis. Learn how to talk about the financial side of cancer and where to go for help.

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Understanding Health Insurance

This video is a guide to understanding health insurance. It covers the types of health insurance, health insurance terms...

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How to File for Unemployment Benefits

ASK RUBY: How Do I File for Unemployment Benefits? Response: If you were let go by your employer or had your hours...

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Diet & Nutrition During Cancer Treatment

Cancer treatment can change the way the body uses food, cause stomach distress, and affect your appetite and comfort...

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7 Recipes to Ease Common Cancer Side Effects

Find Answers To General Questions

As you learn about your cancer, it also can be helpful to understand general cancer facts, the basics of clinical trials, getting second opinions, and different support options. Here are a few places to start:

What Causes Cancer?

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Is Cancer Hereditary?

What Are Clinical Trials?

Should I Get a Second Opinion?

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What Legal Concerns Should I Consider?

Is a Support Group Right For Me?

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Be Inspired By Stories From Our Community

Hear from members of our community about their personal experience navigating cancer to uplift and encourage you throughout your own experience.

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My biggest stressor was not being here and not seeing my grandchildren grow and not being able to provide for my family. I managed by staying focused on grandchildren and family and eating healthy and exercising.
Raymond Diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer

My cancer was very aggressive. I had chemo and radiation treatments for almost a year. From my experience I learned not to take day to day for granted! My family means the world to me. I’ve been able to care for my first great-grandchild for 3 years. My time with her has brought so much happiness to my life.
Maria Diagnosed with Stage 3 lung cancer

My mom was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer. She had a lumpectomy, chemotherapy, and radiation. I was right by her side the entire time. I would of loved to have known of any support groups that were available.
Julie Family member