Coping with cancer

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Coronavirus (COVID-19)

We know that this is an especially worrying time for people with cancer and their family and friends. We have separate information about coronavirus and cancer. Please read that information alongside this page. We will update that information as guidance changes.

Read about coronavirus and cancer

Fear, anxiety and panic

Fear, anxiety and panic are difficult feelings to manage. Read about how to cope with these feelings and who can help.

About fear, anxiety and panic

It is normal to feel frightened, anxious and panicky at times when you're diagnosed with cancer. Find out more about the possible symptoms and causes of these feelings.

Managing fear, anxiety and panic

Get advice on how to manage fear, anxiety and panic when having cancer and who can help.

Last reviewed: 
05 Sep 2019

Information and help

Find a clinical trial

Find a clinical trial

Search our clinical trials database for all cancer trials and studies recruiting in the UK

Cancer Chat forum

Cancer Chat forum

Talk to other people affected by cancer

Nurse helpline

Nurse helpline 0808 800 4040

Questions about cancer? Call freephone or email us