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Remember that your hospital doctors, nurses, GP and other health professionals are here to support you, and to give you information. Please talk with them, and feel free to ask them questions.
Your hospital may have a clinical nurse specialist who is an expert in supporting people with your type of cancer. If you need help with speaking and communicating after your treatment, you will be able to spend time with a speech and language therapist.
You may also like to contact one of our Cancer Information Centres.
There are also a number of local and national support groups and information services.
Your hospital social worker will be able to help with practical and financial matters. The Cancer Nurse Specialist will also be able to discuss claiming sickness and disability benefits with you. There are other services that can help with financial aspects too.
