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Childhood cancer: Feeling out of control
As a parent of a child with cancer, it’s normal to feel out of control at times.
Managing medications, appointments, hospital visits, finances, work and the needs of other family members means there will be times when you feel overwhelmed.
Even though there are many challenges, big and small, there are still things you can do to feel more in control. Here are some practical strategies parents have shared with us.
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