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After a long period of absence, returning to work

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There are several factors influencing what follow-up care will

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Being a care giver

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You work alongside a colleague who has just received

Supporting 15-39 year olds with cancer
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The disease occurs at a particularly critical time in

Taking care of yourself as a caregiver
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When you are a caregiver, it’s easy to devote

Supporting a love one with cancer
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Oncology in Quebec

Oncology in Quebec

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Your appointment with the oncology social worker
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Oncology social workers help people with cancer and their

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We often have lots of questions to ask our

The organization of care in oncology
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Quebec launched a cancer control program (Programme de lutte
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Although many aspects of cancer are not yet fully

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Definition of cancer
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Normally, your body's cells grow in a controlled manner.

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With early detection and better investigation and treatment methods,

Cancer classification: TNM, grade, stage
Learn more about the various cancer classification systems.
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Surgical oncology is the branch of surgery concerned with

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Radiation therapy involves the use of X-rays, gamma rays,

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Cancer treatments are often accompanied by side effects, which

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Hormone therapy is a treatment that changes the level

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While cancer treatments are essential to allow the patient

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Immunotherapy is a treatment or intervention designed to help

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Chemotherapy is a systemic treatment, that is to say,
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The verdict is in: “You have cancer.” Your reaction:

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Being diagnosed with cancer turns your life upside down.

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Testimony of Nadine B., social worker, about PAVQ

Nadine B.'s story: a solution for patients' financial well-being

“The program helps meet basic needs. In doing so, it provides significant mental and financial relief to people who are already vulnerable.”
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Jean-Luc R.'s story: a desert journey resembling cancer

“The atmosphere among all of the participants was one of mutual support and empathy.”
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Roxane S.'s story: 3 diagnoses at 31

“Some of the frustrations and negative feelings I was experiencing were perfectly normal. This knowledge went a long way towards facilitating my acceptance process.”
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Annie L.'s story : breaking down isolation

“Art therapy was of great help in releasing my emotions and anguish I was experiencing on a daily basis. Also, ussi, Through the recommended readings of their documentalist, I was also greatly reassured by the stories of other people living with cancer."
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Linda D.’s story: art therapy as a patient, but more importantly, as a loved one

“It’s a gift that I give myself once a week, a gift that transports me elsewhere and allows me to forget my difficult daily routine for a moment.”
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Testimony of Serge D.

Serge D.'s story: alleviating the financial burden of cancer

“I understand that the Support program for daily living activities will not solve my financial situation, but it is nonetheless a valuable source of support.”
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Jocelyne Cliche's story: resuming an active life

“Immediately after being diagnosed, I was already asking members of the healthcare team when I would be able to resume working.”
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Martine Filoni's story: the workshops benefits

“This winter, I very much enjoyed attending some of the workshops offered by the Quebec Cancer Foundation (QCF) such as Qi Gong, Yoga, Laughter is Health, and Visualization.”
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Andréanne Gouin’s story: feeling less alone and developing new friendships

“I was able to give free rein to my emotions through art - my favourite means of expression - and bonded anew with my own creative nature despite the ordeal I was facing!”
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Suzan C.’s story: the stress of rising medical bills

Cancer not only brings pain, but also the stress of rising medical bills.
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Édith D.'s story: a financial assistance that adapts to people with the disease

“I’m grateful to have the opportunity to bring a breath of fresh, hope-bearing air to those buffeted by cancer’s whimsies daily.”
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Dorothée Njuidje Kom’s story: cancer patient and caregiver at the same time

“Because my family lived so far away, I had to fully assume two simultaneous roles: cancer patient and my own caregiver.”​
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