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Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust > Our Services > Living With and Beyond Cancer > Directory of patient support services > Practical

Practical

24. Bathing and dressing

25. Caring responsibilities

26. Finance, work, education and housing

27. Transport and parking

28. Travel insurance

29. Questions about my treatment

30. Communications with NHS staff

31. Housework and shopping

32. Preparing meals and drinks

 

 

Last updated: January 11, 2019

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Devon
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