The first UK book to look in depth at cancer survivorship, covering physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of growing number of readers. Government statistics indicate around 2 million people in the UK survive for at least 5 years post diagnosis and this figure is set to increase.

The Cancer Survivor's Companion will help you to deal with the emotional fallout of cancer, whether it's days, months or years since your treatment ended. It is packed reassurance, understanding and simple, practical ways to tackle key issues such as:worry and anxietydepression and low moodangerself esteem and body imagerelationships and sexfatiguesleeprelaxation If you are a cancer survivor, this book is your companion: here to support and advise you every step of the way. It is also invaluable if you are supporting a loved one, friend or colleague after cancer, or are looking for ways to help your patients get back on track.'essential reading for anyone diagnosed with cancer' Julia Palca, Chairman, Macmillan Cancer Support and cancer survivor'People living with cancer need clear, down to earth and empowering advice to move beyond their diagnosis. This book is an important tool in that process' Laura Lee, Chief Executive, Maggie's Cancer Caring Centres'A wonderful book.' Sir Peter Stothard, Patron of the Neuroendocrine Tumour Patient Foundation'...a book of genuine practical value....a useful source of support for anyone struggling after they complete treatment'The Lancet Oncology'This is "a must read" for any survivor who is at the stage where they can accept a little help'Macmillan Cancer Support Voices(Suggest only use last quote if for some reason Julia P is no longer Chairman etc as probably not room.)

This excellent guide offers simple, practical ways to tackle worries, exhaustion, anger and depression. . .as well as simple but effective self-help exercises and tips throughout - Nursing StandardAs a GP, I wish I could write a prescription for this book for every single person who has ever confronted and then survived cancer. The emotional fallout and psychological readjustment after cancer endures for years and impinges on many different facets of everyday personal and family life. Doctors and nurses can put you back together physically after cancer, but until now, emotional after-care has been badly lacking. Not any more. This book is the companion you need. It takes you gently by the hand and explains calmly and reassuringly exactly why you feel like you do and what you can change to put it right. Friendly, truthful, reliable and practical, I heartily recommend it - Dr Hilary Jones, Gp And Medica BroadcasterThis book's practical, insightful tips and guidance are essential reading for anyone diagnosed with cancer who wants to learn coping strategies for those inevitable bleak moments, and for anyone who wants to understand what cancer sufferers are going through - Julia Palca, Chairman, Macmillan Cancer Support And Cancer SurvivorOK - here's a given: when you hear the word cancer from your doctor, the emotional onslaught is such that it's hard to take much in, let alone ask those questions that may seem trivial to others, but that overwhelm you at 3a.m. That's why this book is great: practical, easy-to-follow ideas and information that you won't necessarily find on any one website, and that can help you feel more in control and less a victim. I'm proud to have contributed in some small way to a much needed, down-to-earth and valuable book - Trisha Goddard

Winner of the 2012 Best Health Book category in the Guild of Health Writers Awards and highly commended in the Popular Medicine category at the BMA Medical Book Awards 2012 this is the first UK book to look in depth at cancer survivorship and its emotional fallout. Government statistics indicate around 2 million people in the UK survive for at least 5 years post diagnosis and this figure is set to increase. This book will be an invaluable resource.