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Newly Diagnosed with MBC - Now What?

By Editorial Team

1 min read

Last updated: August 2022

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An advanced breast cancer diagnosis is life-changing. Finding support and connecting with others can be helpful as you are navigating this new diagnosis. We want to hear more from you and understand what information, resources, or support sources will benefit you most. Let us know by providing responses to our polls below or sharing a question or thought in our newly diagnosed forum. We are stronger together!

Tell us more about your MBC diagnosis

Community Poll

How long ago were you diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer?

Within the last 6 months

6 months - 1 year

1-2 years

2+ years

Community Poll

What are you looking for as a newly diagnosed MBC patient?

Emotional support

Treatment aftercare

Help with daily chores (cleaning, cooking, etc.)

I am not sure

Community Poll

What are you most afraid of?

Losing my ability to work

End of life planning

Not being around to see my kids grow up

I am not sure

Community Poll

What is one thing that helps you cope better?

Faith/spirituality

Alternative therapies

Being around family

Humor

Something else

I am not sure how to cope

Community Poll

What do you need more information on?

Treatment options

Financial support

Emotional support

Actual diagnosis/progression

Other

Finding support from others who have been newly diagnosed

Finding support and understanding is really helpful after a metastatic breast cancer diagnosis.

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Are you checking off any bucket list items this summer?

Yes

No

I don't have a bucket list

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