Express fully and honestly what you need and want-to your healthcare team, caregivers, family members, and friends.
Take an active role in managing your care.
Make sure you fully understand the answers provided and take notes.
Use the My Appointments Summary Log found in My Companion Guidebook to write down your questions in advance of appointments.
Bring someone with you to every appointment and let them know how they can help you.
Ask lots of questions – about your cancer diagnosis, treatment options, possible side effects, and available resources for yourself and your loved ones.
You can refer back to them and provide as a back-up copy in case they get lost
Request copies of all of your medical records and test results to store in My Companion Guidebook.
Thoroughly understand your health insurance policy.
(see Resources section of My Companion Guidebook)
Visit only reliable websites for cancer information.
Educate yourself about your specific cancer so you can make informed decisions about your treatment and care.
Assemble and work closely with all the members of your healthcare team who have your best interests in mind.
Use your Bag It My Companion Guidebook to stay organized, track your own information, and as a handy source for reliable resources.
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