Wednesday, September 2, 2009

Things To Send To Cancer Patients

Send a pink bracelet to represent breast cancer awareness.


Cancer is one of the most difficult things to deal with and recover from. Choosing what to send a cancer patient takes a little caution. You want to offer a sign of support while the patient is going through a very difficult time without leaving an inappropriate impression.


Cancer-Themed Jewelry


Show your support for cancer patients, research and awareness by sending cancer -themed jewelry items. There are many forms of cancers and just as many colors to match the cancer type. For example, the lavender color represents general cancer, and teal represents cervical cancer. So you could send a cervical cancer patient a teal-colored bracelet with a cancer awareness ribbon charm attached. This is a nice and inexpensive way to show support.


Head Wear


Anyone going through chemotherapy is bound to experience some type of hair loss. This is a physically and emotionally devastating side effect of chemotherapy treatment. To help patients cope easier and make hair loss more acceptable, send various head wear pieces. These items include hats, night caps, scarves, turbans, or other head wear accessories that might help offset some of the negative side effects of cancer treatment.


Inspiration


Cancer is frightening diagnosis. It is only natural for the person who received the diagnosis to go through many phases of emotional changes. Loneliness, fear and hopelessness are just a few things a cancer patient may experience through his battle with cancer. Simple words of comfort and inspiration is what's needed most during these times. Sending cancer patients inspirational books with quotes or stories about cancer survivors and their families is perfect to send. Thoughtful inspirational cards are also helpful and encouraging.







Tags: cancer patient, cancer awareness, cervical cancer, going through, hair loss