Macmillan's Cancer Information Blog

  • National Share a Story Month - the value of stories!

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    It’s National Share a Story Month! In this blog, Content Developer Hilary talks about the value of sharing stories about cancer.

    I’m a sucker for a story. Call it being a bit of a gossip, if you will. But I enjoy nothing more than a good yarn. A TV show, book, movie, podcast, song or a conversation with a friend – even a snippet of chat overheard on the train. The format really doesn’t matter. I just love hearing…

  • 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…

  • Breathe Easy Week – tips for keeping your lungs healthy

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    This week is Breathe Easy week, an awareness event that focuses on lung health. In this blog, Cancer Information Nurse Teri looks at how to keep your lungs as healthy as possible. She discusses the symptoms of lung cancer and when to get them checked by your doctor.

    Our lungs are constantly working. And as they work automatically, it is easy to take them for granted and not really think about them much. As a result, we…

  • Get your shades on and stay safe in the sun!

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    Summer is on its way and we’re all looking forward to some warmer days and brighter evenings. In the office, we are all looking forward to glorious summer holidays, BBQs, ice-cream, picnics and long bike rides. Although we all enjoy a bit of sunshine (and all the fun things it brings!) it’s important that we stay safe in the sun to avoid damaging our skin.

    This week is Sun Awareness Week (4–10th May…

  • Meet Irene: “Why I review books for Macmillan.”

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    Want to start the New Year by making a difference? We know the positive impact that quality information can have for those affected by cancer – but we can only produce it with your help. That’s why we’re looking for new reviewers to make our information in 2015 the best it can be.

    We could tell you ourselves why the work our reviewers do is so important, but we can’t say it as well as someone who’s actually…