Health Tip: When a Loved One Has Cancer

(HealthDay News) -- If you have a family member or friend who has been diagnosed with cancer, you may be puzzled about how you can help.

The American Cancer Society offers these suggestions:

• Prepare meals to keep on hand, or deliver meals each day at certain times, so the person doesn''t have to worry about what to eat.
• Help out with the kids by driving them to and from school, practices and other activities.
• Drive the loved one to and from doctor appointments.
• Fill in for him or her when not feeling well. Run errands, take care of chores, or just answer the phone.
• Research the disease so you can discuss what the person is going through.

-- Diana Kohnle

Last Updated: Dec. 11, 2008

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