Patient Resources
Practical guides and resources to support you through your cancer journey.
Managing Treatment Side Effects
Nausea & Vomiting
- • Eat small, frequent meals throughout the day
- • Avoid strong smells and spicy foods
- • Stay hydrated with clear liquids
- • Try ginger tea or peppermint
- • Rest after eating
Fatigue
- • Rest when needed, but stay gently active
- • Prioritize important activities
- • Accept help from family and friends
- • Practice good sleep hygiene
- • Stay hydrated and eat nutritious foods
Hair Loss
- • Consider cutting hair short before treatment
- • Explore wigs, scarves, or hats
- • Use gentle, fragrance-free products
- • Protect scalp from sun exposure
- • Be patient - hair typically grows back
Mouth Sores
- • Rinse with salt water several times daily
- • Avoid alcohol-based mouthwashes
- • Choose soft, bland foods
- • Use a soft toothbrush
- • Stay hydrated