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This section aims to help if you have been diagnosed with cancer and are self-employed. You may also find this information helpful if you run a small business employing fewer than 10 people.
There are many things that you might need to think about if you are self-employed and living with cancer
Information about cancer treatment for people who are self-employed or run a micro business
Working during cancer treatment when you're self-employed
Talking to people about your cancer when you're self-employed or run your own business
Managing your business finances when you're self-employed and living with cancer
Your feelings if you're self-employed and living with cancer
An introduction to cancer and how it may affect you if you're self-employed
Making decisions about cancer treatment when you're self-employed
If you're self-employed and decide not to work during cancer treatment
Keeping the business running while you're living with cancer and self-employed or a micro business owner
Managing your personal finances when you're self-employed and living with cancer
References for the self-employment and cancer section
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.
Financial worries can cause more worry when someone is ill. Proposed cuts to benefits could leave thousands of people living with cancer without the vital support they need. We're campaigning for a better deal.