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The Street-Wise Patients' Guide to Surviving Cancer: How to Be an Active, Organised, Informed, and Welcomed Patient

by Karol Sikora

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A practical handbook for taking an active role in cancer care

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A practical handbook for taking an active role in cancer care

Karol Sikora’s guide concentrates on the practical work of navigating cancer care: staying organised, gathering information, and participating actively in decisions and interactions with healthcare systems. Its compact format is built around direct advice on taking greater control of one’s care and making the system work more effectively for the patient. A directory of 100 advisory websites, accompanied by expert notes, adds a reference component alongside the book’s broader guidance. The emphasis remains on day-to-day patient preparedness and informed engagement rather than on a single diagnosis or treatment pathway.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • People living with cancer who want practical guidance for managing their care
  • Patients seeking help with organisation and informed participation in healthcare decisions
  • Family members or carers supporting someone through cancer care

Themes

Cancer care navigationPatient advocacyHealth informationOrganisation and preparednessHealthcare communication

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Book overview

The street-wise patient's guide to surviving cancer.How to be an active, organised, informed, and welcomed patient.The author is an internationally-famous cancer doctor. Former Chief, World Health Organisation. Cancer Programme. How to survive, and live with, cancer.iE Short, sharp practical guide.iE Shows patients how to can take control of their care. iE How to get the system to work for you. iE Gives 100 advisory websites, with expert notes. iE Absolutely up-to-date.
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