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Resources and sources of support accessed since diagnosis (N = 331)
| Help accessed | % |
|---|---|
| Resources | |
| Brochures or books from doctor | 77.6 |
| Internet | 52.6 |
| Brochures or books from family/friends | 7.3 |
| Library | 2.7 |
| Sources of support | |
| Doctor | 50.8 |
| Family/friends | 48.0 |
| Nurse/Other health professional | 17.8 |
| Prostate cancer support group | 7.9 |
| Cancer Helpline | 4.5 |
| Counselling service | 2.1 |
| Local nurse counsellors | 0.0 |
