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What can be the response back be when a friend says he was just diagnosed with cancer? saying "sorry" seems so "inappropriate". ideas?
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See below: Saying sorry is okay. "I am so sorry to hear about your health problem. Please advise if I may be of assistance". The second part is only if you are able to help, e.g., take the person to the doctor or the hospital.
Answered 2/24/2018
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