Preparing for cancer screening or treatment appointments
When preparing for your cancer screening or treatment appointments, you may want to:
- Talk to a trusted health-care provider before your appointment to ask them any questions you may have
- Prepare for the appointment by using cultural or traditional health practices, like smudging, brushing or participating in ceremony
- Connect with a trusted Elder or cultural wellness provider
- Bring a friend or family member to your appointment
- Practice relaxation or breathing exercises
- Ask a second staff member to be in the room with you
- Plan a celebration for, and after, your appointment
Additionally, some Community Health Centres may have screening options or mobile screening events available. You can inquire with your Community Health Centre for more information.
