It’s no secret that breast cancer affects not only the patient, but also her family and friends. The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation has created a new program for co-survivors to address the needs of family members and other support persons struggling with a loved one’s cancer diagnosis.

The Co-survivor Program, recognizing the fact that breast cancer is a “family disease,” offers advice on how to support a cancer patient and provides information on what to expect before, during and after treatment.

For more information about the Co-survivor Program, visit www.komen.org.