Macmillan's Cancer Information Blog

  • What is cancer? Watch our new animation in 18 languages!

    In the UK, around 360,000 people are diagnosed with cancer every year[1]. We know there are over 200 different types of cancer, but we do not know all the causes. Being diagnosed with cancer can be daunting, so as well as providing support, Macmillan also develop cancer information in a range of formats.

    We are always looking to create cancer information in new and innovative ways to increase our accessibility. The Cancer…

  • Colorectal cancer 101: symptoms, screening and reducing your risk

    This month is colorectal cancer awareness month. Our Cancer Information Development Nurse, Sue, has written a blog with all you need to know about colorectal cancer. 

    Colorectal cancer, or bowel cancer - is the 4th most common cancer in the UK[1]. The term bowel cancer is normally used when talking about colon cancer and rectal cancer.

    Bowel cancer can be curable if it is found early. So being aware of symptoms and seeing…

  • Help with childcare when you have cancer

    Having a cancer diagnosis can be hard enough, and if you have young children it can be a further worry as you may need extra support to look after them. This blog may give you some ideas of how you can get help with childcare.
  • After cancer treatment has ended

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    The experience of cancer has been compared to a boat lost at sea in a storm. While the waters rage around you, a lifeboat races to your rescue in the form of health professionals and a structured treatment plan. Slowly, the health professionals tow you closer and closer to the shore where your friends and family stand waving and awaiting your return. You’re almost home! And then they stop. The lifeboat is gone. Your boat…

  • Meet Abi - our Managing Editor

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    In this blog, Abi tells us all about her role here at Macmillan.

    Hi, I’m Abi and I’m the Managing Editor in Macmillan’s Cancer Information Development team. I’ve worked at Macmillan for seven years now, and I love working here. I feel proud of my team and all that we achieve together, which includes an extensive range of top-quality patient information in a variety of formats.

    My work backgrou…