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• Dying & bereavement >> Living with Dying >> Age 51-60 >> Interview 19 >> He would not try complementary therapies because he cannot believe in treatments that have not been “scientifically” tested.

Diagnosed with mesothelioma in April 2003, followed by left extra-pleural pneumonectomy (left lung removed, together with chest lining, diaphragm, and lining round the heart, and replaced with Gore-Tex).

• Dying & bereavement >> Living with Dying >> Age 51-60 >> Interview 17 >> She was glad to have honest answers to her questions but would have liked to have some positive suggestions.

Diagnosed with cancer of the kidney in 2001, with metastases in the lung and bone. Treated with surgery, Interferon, and radiotherapy (to bone), and also complementary therapy.

• Dying & bereavement >> Living with Dying >> Age 61-70 >> Interview 39 >> Describes the hospice, its facilities, the various complementary therapies, and peaceful environment.

Diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer in 1995, which was treated with regular chemotherapy, at least every nine months. In 2003 developed metastases in the spine.

• Dying & bereavement >> Living with Dying >> Age 51-60 >> Interview 08 >> She found the staff very supportive and enjoyed the activities but found it hard watching others deteriorate.

Diagnosed with breast cancer in 2001, with secondary tumours in the brain, liver and hip. Treated with steroids, radiotherapy and tamoxifen.

• Dying & bereavement >> Living with Dying >> Age 71-80 >> Interview 23 >> She can have her hair done while at the hospice or have reflexology or do crafts, or simply sit and sleep.

Breast cancer diagnosed in 2001, followed by a mastectomy, radiotherapy and chemotherapy

• Dying & bereavement >> Living with Dying >> Age 61-70 >> Interview 12 >> She followed a non-dairy diet and felt more energetic.

Diagnosed with breast cancer in 1994, followed by lumpectomy and radiotherapy. In 1997 another tumour diagnosed, followed by a mastectomy. In 2000 had a meningioma, followed by surgery.

• Dying & bereavement >> Living with Dying >> Age 51-60 >> Interview 37 >> She decided to follow a special diet after reading a book on the subject.

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 1998 following breathing and bladder problems, weight gain and bloating, and changed bowel habits. Treated by surgical removal of both ovaries and abdominal fluid, chemotherapy, then hysterectomy and further chemotherapy.

• Dying & bereavement >> Living with Dying >> Age 61-70 >> Interview 39 >> She found aromatherapy and reflexology very relaxing.

Diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer in 1995, which was treated with regular chemotherapy, at least every nine months. In 2003 developed metastases in the spine.

• Dying & bereavement >> Living with Dying >> Age 61-70 >> Interview 05 >> He and his wife describe what happens at their support group for people with bowel cancer.

Diagnosed with cancer of the colon, followed by surgery to remove the tumour, then chemotherapy, including a clinical trial

• Dying & bereavement >> Living with Dying >> Age 30-50 >> Interview 28 >> She explains what happens during Reiki and says that it makes her feel good.

Diagnosed with breast cancer in left breast in 1998, followed by lumpectomy, then mastectomy and reconstructive surgery. In 2000 secondary tumours found in other breast, liver, bones and lung, treated with chemotherapy, radiotherapy and hormone treatment.

• Dying & bereavement >> Living with Dying >> Age 51-60 >> Interview 41 >> She explains what visualisation involves.

Ovarian cancer diagnosed in 1993 after requesting a health check (no symptoms experienced). Treated with hysterectomy then chemotherapy. Recurrence after 10 years treated with chemotherapy.

• Dying & bereavement >> Living with Dying >> Age 30-50 >> Interview 32 >> She found great support from a healing group and from other people's prayers.

Diagnosed with colorectal cancer in 2001, followed by anterior resection of the colon and chemotherapy In 2003 secondary tumour found in the liver, followed by a liver section. Has also used complementary therapies.

• Dying & bereavement >> Living with Dying >> Age 51-60 >> Interview 17 >> She tried a number of complementary approaches including Reiki.

Diagnosed with cancer of the kidney in 2001, with metastases in the lung and bone. Treated with surgery, Interferon, and radiotherapy (to bone), and also complementary therapy.

• Dying & bereavement >> Living with Dying >> Age 30-50 >> Interview 25 >> She uses visualisation to try to control the pain.

Diagnosed with end stage Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease in 1986. Also has early heart failure and severe osteoporosis, and is treated with medication, a nebuliser and oxygen.