Macmillan's Cancer Information Blog

  • Anal cancer – why the taboo?

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    Following the launch of our new booklet about anal cancer, Richard takes a look at why you may not even have heard of it.

    These days, the word ‘cancer’ is far less scary than it used to be. Of course, no one wants to get diagnosed with cancer, but for many people the word itself carries less of a taboo. Cancer news stories, TV coverage and social media campaigns about inspiring people are common. Yet, although we’re…

  • Managing weight loss and other eating problems during cancer treatment

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    Many people experience eating problems during and after treatment for cancer. There are lots of reasons for this. It may be because of the cancer itself, or due to side effects of different treatments.

    If you have any problems with your diet, you can ask your cancer doctor to refer you to a dietitian. Qualified dietitians are experts in assessing the food needs of people who are ill. They can review your diet and take…

  • Meet Richard!

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    Richard has gone from being a nurse to a writer. He is part of Macmillan’s Cancer Information Development team, which produces over 150 cancer information booklets. In this blog, he shares with us his experience of nursing, working for Macmillan, and running a hotel!

    Write a blog about yourself they said. Tell everyone about who you are and how you came to work at Macmillan, and what you do there. Well, here we…

  • Changing seasons

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    Written by Debbie, one of our Living with cancer editors.

    There’s a brisk chill in the morning air, a kaleidoscope of leaves on the ground and the evenings are gradually shuffling in. Some of us here in the office (myself included) are still clinging stubbornly to our summer sandals. Others have relinquished and embraced their autumn boots with gusto. At the very least, chances are your diary has cleared of BBQs, weddings…

  • The Sound of Support – Have you heard about our audiobooks?

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    Would you find listening to our cancer information easier than reading it? We want everyone affected by cancer to be able to access our information, so we produce a wide range of audiobooks to support you. Our audiobooks come in clearly designed and easy-to-read packaging (see below). And better still they contain the information that you might need!



    Why try audio?

    Listening to an audiobook could be helpful if: