Macmillan's Cancer Information Blog

  • Preparing a child for loss

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    In our latest blog, our Cancer Information Development Nurse Elspeth writes about a new information resource she has worked on with childhood bereavement charity Winston's Wish.

    We have produced a new resource called Preparing a child for loss. This information aims to help you prepare and talk to a child or children about your death. It’s for parents or guardians who are near the end of life. It can also be used…

  • Bowel Cancer Awareness Month - symptoms, screening and reducing risk

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    April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month. Bowel cancer is the 4th most common cancer in the UK and is slightly more common in men than women. BBC journalist Jeremy Bowen recently revealed his own diagnosis of bowel cancer to help increase awareness. Here we explain what symptoms to look out for, what bowel screening is, and what you can do to reduce your risk. We also let you know where you can get further information and…

  • International Brain Tumour Awareness Week 2017

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    This blog, written by our intern Helen, explains what a brain tumour is and what the symptoms of a brain tumour can be. If you are worried about any of the symptoms listed here, it’s important that you see your GP.

    This week is the 11th International Brain Tumour Awareness Week. Many of you will also be glued to your screens for the finale of the 8th series of ‘The Great British Bake Off, but you may not know that…

  • 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…

  • First time dealing with cancer?

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    Maybe you’ve just had the diagnosis from your doctor, and feel you don’t know where to start. Or perhaps a friend or relative has just told you the news, and you want to know how you can help. Perhaps you’re looking for answers but aren’t yet 100% sure of the questions you should be asking. In all of these cases, we’re here for you.

    Our booklet The cancer guide offers comprehensive advice…