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Cancer. The word that evokes an immediate sense of fear as soon as we hear it. Statistics show that this reaction isn’t unfounded, when nearly 1 in 2 Canadians will be diagnosed with some form of cancer in their lifetime. What needs to be front and centre are the high survival rates of many, many forms of cancer. If you or someone you care about has recently been dealt this diagnosis, this article from Verywell Health brings hope and highlights ways to support yourself and/or those you love.

How to Survive Cancer: 10 Things You Need to Know

You often hear cancer described as a “battle” where you have to “fight” to survive. But since the “fight” is never fair, exactly how does an individual survive cancer? Unfortunately, there are never any certainties when it comes to cancer and no set plan for survival.