Living with Cancer - Ted's Story - The Nebraska Medical Center

Ted is a retired physician who was diagnosed with cancer several years ago. He shares his thoughts on dealing with the diagnosis, living with treatments, and coping with feelings that often come with a cancer diagnosis.
"You're going to feel like a ton of bricks hit you," he said. "I think it's a good idea to try as much as you can to dispel the element of fear."
He suggests talking with family, friends and support groups.
"They'll ask, 'how long you got?' I tell them, 'That's not up to me.'"
Dr. Ted also talks about the importance of a "bucket list" and knowing how to roll with the punches and keep a positive outlook.
For more information about the cancer support and treatment programs at The Nebraska Medical Center, visit http://www.nebraskamed.com/cancer or call 1-800-922-0000.

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