Macmillan's Cancer Information Blog

  • Coping with loss on Valentine's Day

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    Today, 14th February, is Valentine’s Day and the shops are filled with red roses, romantic cards and cuddly toys. If your loved one has died from cancer, these may all be painful reminders of your loss.
    In this blog, Content Developer Azmina suggests possible ways of coping on Valentine’s Day if you
    have lost a loved one or partner. 

    No matter how much time has passed since your bereavement, special dates can…

  • National Heart Month – How to improve your heart health

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    February is National Heart Month and this blog, written by our editorial assistant Molly, will give some tips on how to improve your heart health.

    Some cancer treatments can affect how your heart works. If you develop heart problems during or after cancer treatment, your doctors will talk to you about the best way to manage them.

    You can improve your heart health at any age, even if you already have a heart problem.…

  • Cervical Cancer Prevention Week 2020 - 20th to 26th January

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    This blog, written by our information development nurse Teri, marks Cervical Cancer Prevention Week by explaining what cervical screening is and why it is important.

    Many people would prefer to avoid going to their GP or health clinic. It can be difficult for some to take up the offer of a health screening test, particularly cervical screening, as the thought of it can feel embarrassing. If you are put off going for cervical…

  • Our five top tips for dealing with money or debt worries

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    Today, the third Monday of January, is claimed to be the most depressing day of the year. If, this Blue Monday, you are living with cancer and worried about money or debt after the Christmas period, Content Developer Azmina gives some practical tips.

    What is Blue Monday?
    In 2005, a British travel company tried to tempt people to book a holiday. They claimed that the third Monday in January is the most depressing day of…

  • Managing weight gain after cancer treatment

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    Many of us make New Year resolutions to have a healthier lifestyle, but this can be challenging if you are recovering from cancer treatment. In this blog, Content Developer Azmina suggests ways of making positive changes and keeping to a healthy weight.

    You may not expect to gain weight during cancer treatment, but there are several reasons why this could happen: