Cancer from the Perspective of Patients

Until recently, cancer has often been interpreted as preparation for death. But, with the advance in medicine, today more number of cancer patients are cured and return to society. Thus, cancer can now be considered a chronic disease. Health planners and caregivers play an important role in helping cancer patients cope with cancer. With this article, caregivers can help patients and their family members to help themselves as they face one of life s most difficult experiences. Moreover, you can find clues to cope with cancer. [TAF Prev Med Bull. 2008; 7(2): 167-172]