Macmillan's Cancer Information Blog

  • World Mental Health Day – 10th October

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    Today is World Mental Health Day, and we are taking the opportunity to share some tips on dealing with difficult emotions. In this blog, written by editor Elissia, we explain some positive steps you could take to help you cope with the emotions cancer can bring.

    This image shows four quotes from people affected by cancer. They read: 'You can experience just about every emotion a human being can feel.' Iain. 'I often just want to hide under the duvet.' Alwyn. ‘People kept telling me how strong I was, probably because of my positive attitude and me putting on a “brave face”. But there were times when I felt anything but strong.’ Catherine. And ‘When something is outside your grasp and you so desperately want to control it, it’s really difficult. It’s frightening. It’s scary.’ Jayne, who cared for her husband Paul.

    Cancer can bring with it many different emotions. This is true whether you have cancer yourself, look after someone with cancer or if someone close to you has…

  • World Hospice and Palliative Care Day (14th October)

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    Tomorrow is World Hospice and Palliative Care Day. And in this blog, one of our information development nurses Teri explains what palliative care is and why it's important, and gives some examples of palliative care.

    Palliative care focuses on managing and controlling symptoms for someone who has an advanced, progressive condition. Although usually provided when a cure is no longer possible, palliative care can also…

  • Lung Cancer Awareness Month 2017

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    This Lung Cancer Awareness Month, Editorial Assistant Liza shares information about lung cancer risk factors, symptoms, types of lung cancer and diagnosis.

    Lung cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in the UK. About 46,400 people are diagnosed with it each year. The number of men diagnosed with lung cancer is decreasing. But the number of women diagnosed with it is increasing.

    Most lung cancers are caused by…

  • Pancreatic cancer awareness month - Myth busting

    November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. About 9, 900 people are diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in the UK each year. In this blog, information nurse Richard is busting some of the myths surrounding pancreatic cancer.

    First up, let me explain where the pancreas is and what it does. It’s hidden deep inside the abdomen, behind the stomach and in front of the spine. It’s about 15cm long.

    The pancreas…

  • 5 tips for pet care during cancer treatment

    On International Cat Day 2022, many of us will celebrate our feline friends and what they mean to us, writes Deborah Ross, our Cancer Information Development Nurse. As a nation, we love cats, as we do all our pets. Whether they’re four-legged, furry, winged or scaly, pets are important members of our family.  Their companionship, comfort and unconditional love brighten our days and give us a sense of purpose. Studies…