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Guiding Light: Supporting Children After A Parent’s Cancer Diagnosis

The support Katrece found for her kids after her diagnosis has left a lasting positive impact on their family.

Guiding Light: Supporting Children After A Parent’s Cancer Diagnosis

By Katrece Nolen

It was as if the earth had given way beneath me, leaving me surrounded by a sense of apprehension and ambiguity. Having been diagnosed with stage 3 inflammatory breast cancer just a few days prior, my primary concern was the impact this news would have on my children's mental health. My husband and I agreed that it was crucial to be candid with our children, informing them of the truth regardless of their ages, and guiding them through the complexities of cancer.

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Jasmine Souers is the editor of More Life Magazine. A fierce survivor advocate, fueled by faith, she believes innovation through collaboration is key to advancing health equity.