'Bad hair day or chemo?' Here's what not to say to a cancer survivor like me

Receiving a critical illness diagnosis is hard as can be telling others about deeply personal health challenges. Barbara Reul said what she didn’t expect or prepare for was to hear words of encouragement that were anything but helpful.

'Bad hair day or chemo?' Here's what not to say to a cancer survivor like me
A woman in glasses, a surgical mask and a turban looks at the camera.

Receiving a critical illness diagnosis is hard as can be telling others about deeply personal health challenges. Barbara Reul said what she didn’t expect or prepare for was to hear words of encouragement that were anything but helpful.