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.

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Latest Posts

  • Being in Nature: Mind, Mood & Moors

    After receiving a diagnosis, there are many different ways people use to cope and clear their mind. In this blog, we take a look at how members use being in nature to help clear their mind as well as inspire others to give it a try. Come and explore some of the tips shared by members and see if you find them helpful.
  • Help us shape the Online Community

    Here on Macmillan's Community, we want to make sure our online space grows and develops in line with what our members want and need. That's why we're reaching out to you, our valued Community, to share your thoughts and ideas.

    Below we have a few polls asking for your vote on how you'd like to see our digital space develop and grow. We would love for as many members as possible to take this opportunity to…

  • Feeling guilty when you rest - relaxation, hobbies and self-care during cancer fatigue

    Do you ever feel guilty about needing extra rest? Do you know someone who struggles with self-care? If you're dealing with cancer fatigue, taking things easy isn't an option. It's an essential.