What to do from Day One, Hour One of a cancer diagnosis 1.7 million people will be diagnosed with cancer in the United States this year. 1.7 million will get news that they can't quite believe and have their world changed in the space of a few sentences. If you are reading this, chances are your life has been impacted by a cancer diagnosis. We will look at what to do from Day One, Hour One of your diagnosis. Managing a cancer diagnosis is not only managing the disease, it's also taking care of your finances and workplace, making sure you are legally protected, and that you can manage all the complications and emergencies that arise. I wrote this book with the help of dozens of experts including medical doctors from numerous fields, pharmacists, and researchers. In addition to the medical aspects, I interviewed lawyers, accountants, counselors, and clergy (from various faiths) who all joined to create this resource for you. Cancer is a fight. Knowledge is the best weapon you can have. This book is written for you to arm yourself and TO WIN. ******************************************************************************************************************** "For my past cancer patients and their families and friends, both before and after their thoracic surgery, this work would have been a godsend. It is the eye-opening guide to cancer care that every patient needs." — Senator Bill Frist, MD ******************************************************************************************************************** About This Book What is Cancer? The TNM System of Staging Cancers Why Do I Wait? (The Pathology Process) Who to Tell, Who Not to Tell, and How to Tell Tests: What to Expect During the Tests and Afterward Treatments Pain Management (and "Palliation," Which Is Not a Bad Word) Oncological Emergencies and Common Complications Managing the Financial Impact of Cancer Managing the Emotional, Psychological, and Spiritual Health Aspects of Cancer Treatment Medical Directives and Healthcare Documents Medical Information Sheet Alternative vs. Complementary Hospice Funeral Arrangements Life After Treatment Concluding Thoughts