Macmillan's Cancer Information Blog

  • 9 things you might not know about mouth cancer

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    In this blog, our intern Sadie shares some key facts about mouth cancer.

    Did you know that November is Mouth Cancer Awareness Month?

    I wouldn’t judge you if you didn’t, because until I was asked to write to this blog, neither did I! That is probably because mouth cancer is an uncommon type of cancer and it accounts for only one in 50 of all cancer cases. But because of this, it’s even more important to raise awareness…

  • International Brain Tumours Awareness Week

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    In this blog, Faiza, one of our editorial assistants, focuses on the risk factors and possible causes of brain tumours, the symptoms that people generally experience, where to get more information and support, and more about what you can do for International Brain Tumours Awareness Week.

    This week is International Brain Tumours Awareness Week, which is dedicated to raising awareness and understanding of brain tumours…

  • Your stories - Jazz 'Breasts, Blogs, Baking and Buddies'

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    October is breast cancer awareness month, and today we have a guest blog from Jazz. She shares her experience of breast cancer, from diagnosis through to her incredible fundraising efforts after treatment. 

    "I'd love to do a blog" I said, and I would!
    "I've got so much to say" I said, and I have!
    "Go on then Jazz, you've got 500 words!"
    Aha, ho hum, hmm… I'll begin at the beginning…

  • Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

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    September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and in this blog our content channel editor Lucy explains some of the cancers that can affect children. She also talks about the support that is available for children with cancer and their families.

    It’s one of a parent’s deepest fears - to hear the doctor explain that their child has cancer. I can only begin to imagine what it must feel like. It is very rare for cancer to…

  • Your guide to becoming more active

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    Most of us know we should probably get more exercise, but it can be hard to find the time, motivation or energy. And if you're having or have had cancer treatment, this can be even harder and there may be other barriers too. For example, if you have fatigue, you may worry that physical activity will make it worse. Or maybe cancer's putting an extra strain on your finances and you think getting fit means spending…