Cancer: Navigating the Journey by Cherry Armstrong

In this 156-page book, Cherry Armstrong answers a wide range of questions, going beyond the treatment and medical information doctors provide to cover lifestyle, emotional and spiritual aspects too. The aim of the book is to ease everyones journey, for patients, loved ones and carers.

Readers will find easy-to-understand information, practical coping tools and an invaluable sense of support for navigating the cancer journey from the time of diagnosis to remission or terminal stage.

Cherry covers a comprehensive selection of topics in 14 chapters from everyday practicalities, medical aid, treatment and side effects to nutrition, complementary therapies, hospice and home-based care. It also addresses questions and fears, what to say and do when a loved one has cancer, a section on children with cancer, and how to deal with a terminal diagnosis.

Amongst this, you will also find stories of how others experienced and managed their cancer journey. These real-life stories offer a sense of connection and insight into the many ways in which cancer affects people; ultimately, its the patients journey and each one is unique.

The book includes a resource section, with contact details of organisations and specialists in South Africa that are helpful in the realm of cancer treatment and care