what to say to a friend that has been diagnosed with cancer?
['Take your cues from the person with cancer. ... ', 'Show support without words. ... ', 'Choose your words carefully. ... ', 'Practice active listening. ... ', 'Use caution when asking questions. ... ', 'Make sure it is okay to give advice. ... ', 'Be honest about your feelings but do not overburden. ... ', 'Talk about topics other than cancer.']