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Psycho-oncology for breast cancer

Dr. med. Ruedi Schweizer

Dr. med. Ruedi Schweizer

November 28, 2023

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4 min

Our medical director of the Centre for Mental Health, Dr Ruedi Schweizer, is happy to take the time to answer frequently asked questions about the mental health of breast cancer patients.

How does a breast cancer diagnosis affect mental health?

Does the psychological stress of patients at different stages of the disease differ?

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Dr. med. Ruedi Schweizer

Medical Director, Centre for Mental Health

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