Telling family and friends about your breast cancer

There is no perfect script. Many women find it helps to decide what they want to share, with whom, and what kind of support they are asking for.

Choose a calm moment, keep it simple, and let people know how they can help — a lift to the hospital, a cooked meal, or just company. It is also fine to ask for privacy.

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