My cancer is not considered serious. My cancer is not taken into oncology. My cancer is not given the mental health support that other cancers is.
I have been pushing and pleading to any and all medical professionals that I need mental health support for months. And after a referral, three cancellations, and the ‘option’ to reschedule for an appointment sometime in ‘Mid-January’ with a social worker – not even a therapist or counsellor – months later I give up. I get it. You want me to go it alone. Every year, we get the message to reach out if you’re having mental health struggles. Well, guess what? Even if you do, nothing happens.
And I’m not unique. In any way. So many I know are struggling to get the basic necessary care they need – physical and mental. Children, Fathers, Mothers, Friends etc. Doug Ford and our government have broken our healthcare system.
I get it. We’re alone. And we’re all angry.
Everything is thrifted
Volker Schunck
December 17, 2022It’s very disturbing to hear that you have cancer. Especially you stay such vague. I’m from Germany and have no clue how the Canadian Health System works. Twenty years ago my mother had breast cancer and I consider this time as one of the most challenging in my life. I hope you will find the right medical treatment, and be assured, you are not alone. All the best, Volker
JoHaughton
December 18, 2022I’m sorry it’s a shock. I shared my diagnosis some months ago, and have been quite open about developements on here and on socials. But no, I don’t talk about it every day. I’m waiting on treatment, and the that’s the thing – everyone here in Canada is waiting because the government has cut everything back so that it’s overcapacity. Very sad. Thanks for the well wishes! I appreciate them! 🙂
Volker Schunck
December 18, 2022Oh, I didn’t know that, because I’m only visiting your blog spontaneously. You are such a good looking and always well dressed real woman with an attitude. I never guessed it! Thanks for your openness! I think of you, Volker.
JoHaughton
January 12, 2023All good. I appreciate the visits 🙂