Stories of Cancer and Hope: Fearing for loved ones while facing diagnosis
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After a cancer diagnosis, fear for yourself isn’t always the strongest emotion. Kevin Donaghy - cancer survivor and author of Stories of Cancer and Hope - explains why concern for loved ones often weighs just as heavily.
Whether you’ve faced cancer yourself or supported someone through it, discover powerful stories of resilience, courage, and hope, drawn from the real experiences of people living with cancer.
Design, video and audio production: Victoria Raw
Purchase your copy of Stories of Cancer and Hope at www.storiesofcancerandhope.co.uk
Every penny raised is donated to Maggie’s, a UK charity providing free practical and emotional support to people affected by cancer, and their loved ones.
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