What Steps Did You First Take After You Received Your Cancer Diagnosis?

Each week on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, CURE® asks its readers to share their thoughts with the #CureConnect discussion question.

This past week, we asked: “What first steps did you take after your cancer diagnosis?”

Here’s what some of our readers shared:

• “Be extra kind to myself and allow myself to feel every emotion that comes with it. It was key for me to accept the diagnosis and process.” – J.A.
• “Researched and educated myself, with taking into consideration my doctor’s advice, to seek my treatment at The James at The Ohio State University. At stage 3B, I had to become my own advocate and warrior overnight in order to fight this disease. One has to be more vicious than the cancer within you.” – J.C.
• “Downloaded the NCCN guidelines for patients and doctors so I knew what protocol was and could advocate for myself.” – D.R.
• “Drove to Alabama, a 400-mile trip, to tell my son since family risks are involved.” – R.C.
• “Cried some and then began research, including contact with The National Cancer Institute. They will mail out any information they have regarding your diagnosis.” – J.H.
• "In the middle of the night, just after diagnosis, I went to MD Anderson Cancer Center’s website and referred myself with an application. Had a team assigned to me the next morning. Felt so good to take action!” – C.P.
• “I connected with American Cancer Society locally for information and support. (I) Joined a Facebook group for ovarian cancer survivors, educated myself on available treatments, and told my church family so they could support me with their prayers. They provided meals too.” – K.I.

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