Emotional Distress

Online services in primary care.

Cancer is fraught with uncertainty. The healthcare received should never exacerbate it. My clinical team left me coordinating my care when I really didn't know what was happening.

Alison's story shows how miscommunication has a long-lasting impact on emotional well-being and perception of care.

After seeing the doctor in the emergency department, an appointment was made to see a specialist doctor (Consultant) at my local hospital.

As I sit at home, reflecting on the bad news the doctors have given me, I feel a little embarrassed.

So, how did I end up receiving bad news about cancer? Well, after a testing day of cycling, I ended up in the Emergency Department (ED) with a suspected broken back. What happened?