Social Support

Taking Cancer on at Diagnosis

Markus, Brigitte and Dr Hochmair share their unique experiences of when Markus was diagnosed with lung cancer. Markus tells us about the life changing moment, and the impact it had on him and his partner Brigitte, as well as their own personal advice – a message of hope.

Leslie’s perspective: Social support

Hear Leslie speak about the support she has received from her family, friends and healthcare team since her cancer diagnosis.

Leslie’s perspective: Creating a lung cancer network

Leslie shares her story about enrolling in a patient support degree in oncology, subsequently creating a lung cancer network, and how this has enabled patients to support each other.

Leslie’s perspective: The benefits of patient associations

Hear Leslie’s perspective on how speaking with other patients has provided the support she’s needed whilst living with cancer.

Cecily’s perspective: Patient support groups

Cecily shares her positive experience of joining a patient support group after her diagnosis, and how she has since become a mentor and buddy for other people in the group.

Cecily’s perspective: Staying connected

Hear Cecily speak about how she dealt with her cancer diagnosis during the pandemic, including staying connected with friends online.

Karen’s perspective: Your social environment

Karen shares how valuable support from family and friends is at the time of diagnosis. To be able to speak openly about your diagnosis is very important.