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Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team About COVID-19
The current COVID-19 outbreak, caused by a new type of coronavirus, is very scary and concerning for many people. The American Cancer Society understands how stressful this time can be for people with cancer, cancer survivors, and their families and caregivers.
Where to find answers
You can find updated information and answers from the American Cancer Society about the coronavirus, COVID-19, and cancer, including:
Where to find resources to help answer common questions people have about coronavirus and COVID-19
Why infections in people with cancer can be a concern
If people with cancer should get the COVID-19 vaccine
Ways to manage stress and emotions during this time
Tips for staying healthy while stuck at home
How telehealth (telemedicine) might be a way to get medical attention
Hints to help caregivers who have coronavirus concerns
You probably have questions that you haven't found answers to about how COVID-19 might affect you. This is because each person’s cancer, treatment, and situation can be different, so the answers are not the same for everyone. There are many questions you might need to ask your health care team to get the answers you are looking for.
What to ask your health care team
Here are some questions people with cancer or cancer survivors might want to ask their health care team about coronavirus.
For all people with cancer or a history of cancer, and people facing a possible cancer diagnosis:
In my situation, how can I prevent getting COVID-19?
Am I at higher risk of getting COVID-19? Why or why not?
Should I get the COVID-19 vaccine now or should I wait? Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe for cancer patients?
Is there a specific type of doctor I should be asking to see now?
What symptoms of COVID-19 should I watch for?
What should I do if I have symptoms of COVID-19?
If I get tested and I’m positive for COVID-19, what will happen?
If I get sick from COVID-19, will it affect the outlook (prognosis) of my cancer?
If I get tested and I’m negative for COVID-19, what should I do if I still don’t feel well?
If I get tested and I'm negative for COVID-19, can I still get infected later?
Will this outbreak (or my test result) delay or affect my care in any way?
Is telehealth available so I can get care virtually or be seen by a doctor over the internet?
Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team About COVID-19
The current COVID-19 outbreak, caused by a new type of coronavirus, is very scary and concerning for many people. The American Cancer Society understands how stressful this time can be for people with cancer, cancer survivors, and their families and caregivers.
Where to find answers
You can find updated information and answers from the American Cancer Society about the coronavirus, COVID-19, and cancer, including:
Where to find resources to help answer common questions people have about coronavirus and COVID-19
Why infections in people with cancer can be a concern
If people with cancer should get the COVID-19 vaccine
Ways to manage stress and emotions during this time
Tips for staying healthy while stuck at home
How telehealth (telemedicine) might be a way to get medical attention
Hints to help caregivers who have coronavirus concerns
You probably have questions that you haven't found answers to about how COVID-19 might affect you. This is because each person’s cancer, treatment, and situation can be different, so the answers are not the same for everyone. There are many questions you might need to ask your health care team to get the answers you are looking for.
What to ask your health care team
Here are some questions people with cancer or cancer survivors might want to ask their health care team about coronavirus.
For all people with cancer or a history of cancer, and people facing a possible cancer diagnosis:
In my situation, how can I prevent getting COVID-19?
Am I at higher risk of getting COVID-19? Why or why not?
Should I get the COVID-19 vaccine now or should I wait? Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe for cancer patients?
Is there a specific type of doctor I should be asking to see now?
What symptoms of COVID-19 should I watch for?
What should I do if I have symptoms of COVID-19?
If I get tested and I’m positive for COVID-19, what will happen?
If I get sick from COVID-19, will it affect the outlook (prognosis) of my cancer?
If I get tested and I’m negative for COVID-19, what should I do if I still don’t feel well?