Cancer Awareness

  • Macmillan's Cancer Information Blog: Stress Awareness Month

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    Stress Awareness Month

    Stress is something many of us deal with on a daily basis, but in the current times, feelings of stress may be higher than usual. With all of the change and uncertainty at the moment it is natural to feel overwhelmed, or more stressed than usual. April is Stress Awareness Month, and in this blog, Editorial Assistant Molly suggests some ways to cope with stress at this time.

    Try to stick to a daily routine
    At the moment…

  • Macmillan's Cancer Information Blog: Bowel cancer awareness month

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    Bowel cancer awareness month

    This month is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, a great opportunity to raise awareness of the 4th most common cancer in the UK. This blog explains what bowel cancer is, what the symptoms might be and how you can reduce your risk.

    What is bowel cancer?
    The bowel is made up of the small bowel (small intestine) and the large bowel (colon, rectum and anus). We have information on what the bowel does here. The term bowel cancer…

  • Macmillan's Cancer Information Blog: Home isolation and cancer

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    Home isolation and cancer

    Home isolation can be challenging for everyone. But if you or someone you love has a cancer diagnosis, it can be especially difficult. In this blog, our cancer information development nurse Rebecca share some ideas of how to keep busy and stay in touch with friends and family while staying at home. For the latest health information about coronavirus, see the information from the NHS for England and Wales, for Scotla…

  • Macmillan's Cancer Information Blog: Worrying about cancer coming back

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    When you finish cancer treatment, it can be hard to move on with your life and let go of the fear that your cancer could return. For some people, this is a fear that never goes away. You might find that life after cancer has brought uncertainty or new challenges that you didn’t feel prepared for. However, this doesn’t mean you can’t learn to cope with feeling worried.

    Here are some tips for coping…

  • Macmillan's Cancer Information Blog: Mother’s Day – Celebrating those we love

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    For lots of people who have been affected by cancer, Mother’s Day is an emotional time. This year may be harder than others if you can’t spend time together. But remember that Mother’s day is also a chance to celebrate those closest to us. In this blog, editor Katy reflects on the meaning of the day and explores some different ways you can make the most of it.

    Why do we celebrate Mother’s Day?…

  • Macmillan's Cancer Information Blog: Talking about cancer at work

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    In this blog, Content Developer Azmina gives practical tips for talking to your employer and other people at work about cancer.

    When you have cancer, you may find the idea of talking about it upsetting or uncomfortable. But it is important to think about who needs to know and the best way to talk to them.

    Telling your employer and other people at work about a cancer diagnosis may mean you get practical and emotional…