At least once in your life someone will say to you, "I have cancer," and when these three words are spoken, you may struggle with a response. If a loved one or friend hasn't already informed you of a cancer diagnosis, it's just a matter of time until someone will. This ebook will provide you with 48 things to do when you hear the words, since every year fourteen million people worldwide learn they are living with or may die from this illness.

Twenty years ago a good friend informed me she had breast cancer. I didn't know if I should be upbeat (telling her she would defeat it) or just hug her and say how sorry I was. I did what most people do. I said, "I'm so sorry," a safe answer but not necessarily a helpful one. Twelve years ago it was my turn.