You can also send an email to
cancerhelpline@nccs.com.sg
| Kids Can(cer) Talk: Is a telephone helpline for young people who are affected in some way by cancer. When you are sick or when someone close to you is sick, it can affect you in many ways. Cancer can be a scary word to hear. Just as you and your friends are starting to build your lives, suddenly your world seems to be falling apart. Cancer is not the end but it can mean the start of a long process of uncertainty. What is Kids Can(cer) Talk (KCT)? This is a private, confidential and anonymous telephone helpline specially created to help young people who are worried about cancer and would like to find out more information about the illness. Who can use the telephone service If you are a teenager or younger (between 10 to 16 years old), this helpline is just what you need to discuss your fears and worries about cancer. |
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It is nobody's fault that you or someone close to you is sick. Sometimes it helps to talk about things that worry you. All you have to do is to call KCT to find out more about how to help yourself and your loved ones. By talking, you will be able to get more information and cope with the uncertainty of cancer.
How can I use KCT?
You can call the helpline on telephone 622-55-655.
Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5pm Saturday – 8.30am to 1pm We are closed on Sundays and public holidays.
The people on the other end of the telephone are nurses who are specially trained in cancer. They are called nurse counsellors and they have many years of experience helping people with cancer. By sharing your fears and hopes, you will feel that you are not alone in your struggles.
How long can I speak with the nurse counsellor?
You can speak with the nurse counsellor as often as you like and there is no time limit to each telephone call.
You can also check out cancer information on our website for young people at: http://www.nccs.com.sg/kac
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Kids Can(cer) Talk: Supporting and empowering young people in contact with cancer |
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For more information on cancer, call the Cancer Helpline on tel: 622-55-655 E-mail: cancerhelpline@nccs.com.sg |
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