Have you heard of the cancer registry? It’s the automatic collection of data about people and cancer to help with research and cancer care. In today’s blog, Library and Information Specialist Ed demystifies the cancer registry.
Every day around 1,000 people across the UK will find out that they have cancer. It’s estimated that half of all people will receive a cancer diagnosis at some point in their lives…
It’s Cervical Screening Awareness Week. Our information development nurse Hilary answers some common questions and explains what you need to know about screening if you have a cervix.
What is cervical screening?
Cervical screening is a simple test that checks for abnormal changes in the cells of the cervix. That’s the lower part of the womb (uterus) that joins to the top of the vagina.
Why should I have cervical…
This week (1st to 7th June) is National Volunteers’ Week. In this blog editorial assistant Eilís pays tribute to our brilliant volunteers.
Volunteers are essential to the work that Macmillan does. Whilst we have almost 2,000 paid members of staff, we have roughly 20,000 volunteers!
Volunteering at Macmillan
Each volunteer makes a meaningful difference to people living with and affected by cancer – from our…
This week was Deaf Awareness Week. It’s a welcome reminder that everyone should have the support they deserve when they face cancer. That’s why over the last few years we’ve been trying to make as much information as possible available in British Sign Language (BSL). And we’ve been taking steps to make our BSL videos better than ever.
Who uses BSL?
Approximately 20,000 to 50,000 people in England…
This Dying Matters Week, information development nurse Teri has written a blog which talks about support and care planning for those approaching end of life.
Facing an uncertain future when you have an illness like advanced cancer can be very challenging and upsetting. It’s common to feel strong and intense emotions. Everyone will react differently and there is no right or wrong way to feel.
People with a terminal…
