Community News

These news items are generated and published by Macmillan's Online Community Team. In this section you’ll find some posts written by the Online Community team in partnership with our Cancer Information Development team. We also feature personal stories from our members.

Cost of living

We know that cancer can be tough on your finances. You may also be worried about rises to energy bills and other costs of living. There is support available and you can find more information on our website.

Additional content from Macmillan

Access cancer information and more stories from around Macmillan.

Cancer stories and resources

Get further support from our Men and Cancer campaign:

Find the words to talk about cancer

Browse by topics

Community updates     Cancer Awareness     Tips, ideas and recipes       

Cancer stories     Supporting someone with cancer    Art, photography and creative writing

Latest Posts

  • Let's talk about early menopause

    Megan- Macmillan

    This Menopause Awareness Month, Boots and Macmillan Cancer Support are raising awareness of early menopause caused by cancer treatment, shining a light on the experience of those impacted and the support available through their partnership. This blog will share some support information and personal experiences of those from our Online Community.

    Macmillan & Boots- raising awareness together

    New analysis from Macmillan…

  • Cancer support, emotional support, and existing mental health needs - World Mental Health Day 2024

    Matthew - Macmillan
    When a cancer diagnosis impacts the mental health of yourself or a loved one, there are many different support options available. But what are the options, and where do you start? What if you already have a pre-existing mental health condition? Macmillan is here to help…

  • Fall into the Online Community Autumn Quiz

    Steph - Macmillan
    We're starting to hear lots of mentions of autumn on the Community, with members talking about the nights drawing in, the colours of the trees and the leaves crunching under your feet. As many of you told us that you enjoyed the chance to relax and engage with light-hearted content, we've created an autumn themed quiz for the Community today.
Help us do whatever it takes, because we’ve never been needed more.

© Macmillan Cancer Support 2024 © Macmillan Cancer Support, registered charity in England and Wales (261017), Scotland (SC039907) and the Isle of Man (604). Also operating in Northern Ireland. A company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales company number 2400969. Isle of Man company number 4694F. Registered office: 3rd Floor, Bronze Building, The Forge, 105 Sumner Street, London, SE1 9HZ. VAT no: 668265007