Articles
Educational articles for patients and companions.
A guide for caregivers
A caregiver plays an important part but needs care too. This guide explains how to help at visits, which symptoms to report to the treatment team quickly, and how to look after yourself.
ReadChemotherapy: myths and facts
Many beliefs about chemotherapy are passed on by word of mouth: hair loss, hospital stays, not being able to work, what side effects mean. This article compares eight common beliefs with reliable sources.
ReadIron deficiency: why finding the cause matters
Iron deficiency is the most common cause of anemia, but giving iron tablets alone is not enough. This article explains why the doctor looks for the cause and what you can do in the meantime.
ReadWhy was I referred to a blood specialist?
A referral to a hematology and oncology specialist can sound frightening, but it does not mean cancer. This article explains what reasons usually lie behind a referral and what happens at the visit.
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