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Macmillan and Cancerbackup merged in 2008. Together we provide free, high quality information for people affected by cancer through our publications, website and phone service. Find out more|.
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You might want to find practical advice or emotional support towards the end of your life, or that of someone close to you.
Practical advice and guidance to help cancer patients, their carers and families cope with the practical and emotional issues arising from a terminal diagnosis
Read about when hospitals need to discuss the sensitive issue of CPR (trying to restart the heart and breathing) with anyone who is admitted as a patient
For answers, support or just a chat, call the Macmillan Support Line free (Monday to Friday, 9am-8pm)
If you have any questions about cancer, need support or just want someone to talk to, ask Macmillan.