Life during treatment

Going through breast cancer treatment can affect you physically and emotionally. Read our tips to help you cope.

1. Living well during treatment

2. Coping with going through treatment

Complementary therapies

Some people find complementary therapies help them cope with the side effects of treatment. Find out more.

Managing fatigue

Fatigue is a very common side effect of breast cancer and its treatments. Read our tips on coping.

3. Work, money and travel

Travel

Is it OK to travel during breast cancer treatment. Read our tips on travel and breast cancer.

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Quality Assurance

Last reviewed in January 2025. The next planned review begins in January 2026.

Support for you

  • Call our free helpline

    If you have any concerns about breast cancer, or just want to talk, our specialist nurses are here for you.

    Lines open: Monday to Friday - 9am to 4pm; Saturday - 9am to 1pm

  • Explore ways to talk to our nurses

    It can be difficult to talk to someone in person about breast cancer concerns. Explore other ways you can ask a question.

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Support service

Someone Like Me

You never have to face breast cancer alone. Find somebody who understands what you're going through with Someone Like Me.

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