You can support the person with cancer by listening and talking with them.

What do you say to someone who has been diagnosed with breast cancer. Whatever youre feeling right now I want you to know that I am here for you. Offer emotional support. Remember this above all else.

Are you thinking about them. Its imperative that you show that you are there to support and help in any way you can. Often women with breast cancer lie awake at night worrying.

Be present keep eye contact and provide your full attention. The best advice in this situation is to say how you feel. Theres also a pretty good chance that you will be as stymied as everyone else when it comes to knowing what to say and when to say it.

Let her know if you dont mind taking a call from her in the middle of the night. Ask permission to raise sensitive topics. They offered some amazing suggestions.

You will not be alone for even one moment because were going to get through this together. Im here for you. A breast cancer diagnosis can upend a persons normal routine.

You dont have to be a prize-winning author or wordsmith to bring a smile to someones face. Acknowledge what has been said. Everybody is different but someone who has just been diagnosed with cancer will probably be feeling very lonely.