Get organized
Take a breath
Talk with family and friends
Care for mental and emotional health
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Take slow, deep breaths throughout the day. Focus on one moment at a time.
Start a filing and tracking system to record test results, appointments, symptoms, and side effects.
Care for mental and emotional health. Talk with a therapist. Try mindfulness activities like meditation, yoga and art therapy.
Talk with family, friends and trusted people only when ready. Involve close relatives if genetic testing is an important subject.
Next steps after an HR+/HER2- diagnosis
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Join a support group
Prepare for treatment
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Join a local or virtual support group for emotional validation and support. Books, articles, and podcasts by cancer survivors can be helpful.
To save time and energy, prepare and freeze meals in advance. Delegate child care responsibilities and seek financial assistance if necessary.
