Helpful advice for those who support cancer patients
January 11, 2021
(Mass Appeal) – Being a cancer caregiver involves not only physical support but often emotional support too. It’s important to add self-care into your routine to make sure you can be an effective support person. Dr. Kelly Shaffer is an Assistant Professor at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, and she offers some helpful advice on caring for caregivers.
Watch the full interview at Mass Appeal.
(Mass Appeal) - Survivor Journeys is a non-profit that provides social, emotional, and educational support services to cancer survivors, their families, and caregivers. Here to share more about the organization and an upcoming fundraiser are Kara Delisle, Survivor Journey Board member, and Jay Presser, Current President of Survivor Journeys. Watch the inteview on MassAppeal .
Your spouse develops a dry cough and says they feel feverish. Or your roommate starts feeling achy, exhausted and short of breath after finding out a coworker tested positive for COVID-19 . As the coronavirus pandemic continues to surge across the country, these are situations more and more people may find themselves in. What should you do if someone in your household starts to show COVID-19 symptoms or tests positive for the disease? Here’s some guidance for keeping your sick family member as comfortable as possible while limiting the chance that the virus will spread easily in your household. Read the full article to get all the info about how to stay safe at Cleveland Clinic .
