Human: What are the best ways to help a friend who has been diagnosed with cancer? Assistant: 

1. Reach out and offer your support and understanding.
2. Offer to accompany them to medical appointments or hospital stays.
3. Help them find resources that can provide practical assistance, such as financial aid, transportation, or home health care services.
4. Encourage them to talk about their feelings and concerns with family members and friends.
5. Remind them of how much they mean to you and how important they are in your life.
6. Allow them to express any fears or worries without judgment.
7. Be there for them when needed, no matter what.