In today’s world, geographic boundaries no longer limit compassion and support. In our Online Community, we welcome members from across the globe, including the USA, Australia, India, South Africa and beyond. Regardless of your background, culture, race, or religion, our Community is a safe space for anyone affected by cancer to give and receive support.
“Hello there from across the pond. Very humid here in Florida but cooler weather coming.”
Community member - Breast cancer forum
From North America, all the way to Asia, members are keen to connect with others that are in a similar situation. No matter the country of residence, a cancer diagnosis can bring along the same challenges and questions. Recently, we had someone join the Community from India, hoping to connect with other members living with bladder cancer.
“I am from Bangalore, India. I was diagnosed with Bladder Cancer in October 2022 and since then have been on BCG treatment.....
… I would like to interact with you all and understand the procedures you all are going through in different parts of the world.”
Community member - Bladder cancer forum
A member from Australia sought advice on supporting her sister recovering from surgery in the UK.
“I’m living in Australia. My sister had her craniotomy yesterday, I’ve booked my flight and I’m on my way over tomorrow to be with her to help her recover. Any tips on how I can help her while I’m in UK?”
Community member - Brain cancer forum
A bunch of members replied to the post with encouragement and helpful advice.
"Just having you there to help is going to be the best thing. Encourage her to have naps whenever she's tired, and never to exert herself. And just be there to talk when she needs it, but basically just be normal."
Community member - Brain cancer forum
Travelling with a cancer diagnosis can come with unique challenges. We often have members asking about travel insurance. The following member was planning a trip to Spain and asked the Community for recommendations.
“We’ve booked for Spain in September, to give him a chance to be out of the treatments etc. Would anyone recommend a travel insurance company to try?”
Community member - Travel Insurance forum
One of our Community champs was quick to reply, sharing their personal experience and linking to a thread in our Travel insurance forum.
“Unfortunately, it can be more difficult to find reasonably priced travel insurance when you've had a cancer diagnosis but there are lots of people in this forum who have successfully got insurance, myself included.
Have you had the chance to look through the 'recommended travel insurance' thread, as that's where the majority of recommendations are?”
Community member - Travel Insurance forum
Talking about cancer can be tough. Our cancer information and support specialists offer a listening ear. They can talk about whatever matters to you. You can call the Macmillan Support Line for free on 0808 808 00 00, 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week. Advisers can provide emotional and practical support and information.
If you're calling from outside of the UK, you can contact our Support Teams at +44 207 091 2230. Please note that calls to these numbers are not free when made from outside the UK and our team are unable to advise on healthcare systems overseas.
While it can be invaluable to connect in our virtual Community, you may also benefit from local support. Click here to access an extensive index of major national and international organisations involved in cancer treatment, research, and support.
If you have joined us from outside of the UK, let us know where in the world you are. In the comments below, you can tell us a bit about yourself and what brings you to the Online Community.
