Macmillan's Cancer Information Blog

  • Mother’s Day – Celebrating those we love

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    For lots of people who have been affected by cancer, Mother’s Day is an emotional time. This year may be harder than others if you can’t spend time together. But remember that Mother’s day is also a chance to celebrate those closest to us. In this blog, editor Katy reflects on the meaning of the day and explores some different ways you can make the most of it.

    Why do we celebrate Mother’s Day?…

  • Worrying about cancer coming back

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    When you finish cancer treatment, it can be hard to move on with your life and let go of the fear that your cancer could return. For some people, this is a fear that never goes away. You might find that life after cancer has brought uncertainty or new challenges that you didn’t feel prepared for. However, this doesn’t mean you can’t learn to cope with feeling worried.

    Here are some tips for coping…

  • Home isolation and cancer

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    Home isolation and cancer

    Home isolation can be challenging for everyone. But if you or someone you love has a cancer diagnosis, it can be especially difficult. In this blog, our cancer information development nurse Rebecca share some ideas of how to keep busy and stay in touch with friends and family while staying at home. For the latest health information about coronavirus, see the information from the NHS for England and Wales, for Scotla…

  • Bowel cancer awareness month

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    Bowel cancer awareness month

    This month is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, a great opportunity to raise awareness of the 4th most common cancer in the UK. This blog explains what bowel cancer is, what the symptoms might be and how you can reduce your risk.

    What is bowel cancer?
    The bowel is made up of the small bowel (small intestine) and the large bowel (colon, rectum and anus). We have information on what the bowel does here. The term bowel cancer…

  • Our easy read information

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    Information for everyone

    What is easy read?
    Easy read uses simple words and pictures to explain information.

    Who is it for?
    Easy read is useful for anyone who finds it hard to read, including people:

    • with a learning disability
    • with conditions that affect their concentration, or how they mentally process information
    • who have English as a second language.

    What is different about easy read information?
    We want all our information about cancer to…