Getting on with Cancer (Books Beyond Words) - Softcover

'This book deals honestly with the unpleasant side of treatment, surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy. It is in a highly accessible format and is ideal for a person with a learning disability to read through with their supporter.' --Women's Health. Sept/Oct 2003

'Getting on with Cancer is based upon the story of Veronica Donaghy, a woman with Down's Syndrome who was diagnosed with lymphoma, and includes her personal story, written in her own words. The book shows her having surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy, and deals honestly with unpleasant aspects of treatment, including side effects and anxieties.' --cancer Care News. Royal College of Nursing. 2003

'We have found that the pictures help people with learning disabilities talk about their experiences and feelings around cancer.' --Breast Cancer Care News. 2003

When Veronica's doctor told her she had cancer, she was confused and terrified. Then he told her some cancers can be cured. The book shows Veronica (who has Down's Syndrome) having radiotherapy, chemotherapy and surgery and deals honetly with the unpleasant side of treatment. It is meant as a counselling tool for use by anyone working with people who have cancer. The book ends on a positive note.