What you can do

What you can do

The best thing you can do is to look after yourself, and put yourself first for a little while, so that you can go back to all your roles in family and mob when you’re stronger and ready. Some things to look after you:

• get plenty of rest
• eat healthy food
• drink lots of water
• be active and exercise regularly
• yarn with others to relieve emotions and stress
• surround yourself with people who love and support you
• find things to do that relax you and bring you joy
• stay engaged in your cultural activities like Men’s Business and Women’s Business

Yarn with your doctor, nurse or Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health worker for more ways to look after you. And read about where to get help and support.

Cancer Support groups

Some people find it helpful to be able to talk to other people who have been through or are going through cancer treatment that is like yours.

For information about cancer support groups in your area, talk to your doctor, nurse or Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health worker, or call the Cancer Council Helpline on 13 11 20.