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Whoever you are, whatever it takes

Nearly 3.5 million people in the UK are navigating life with cancer. Each person is unique, and no two days are the same.

Get involved

Whoever you are, whatever it takes

Nearly 3.5 million people in the UK are navigating life with cancer. Each person is unique, and no two days are the same.

Get involved

Macmillan Cancer Support

Because cancer can affect your life in so many ways, we do whatever it takes to give people the support they need.

Get support when you need it

Find out how we can support you and get information about different cancer types. 

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Support from Macmillan
We know cancer can affect you physically, emotionally and financially. We're here to help.
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Online Community
Talk to people affected by the same cancer, share your experiences, and ask an expert your questions.
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Cancer types A to Z
Find out about the different types of cancer, including symptoms, tests and treatment.
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Treatment & drugs A to Z
Read more about different cancer treatments and drugs, and get help with treatment decisions.
Find information and support

Get involved

With your support we can be there for the 3 million people in the UK living with cancer. Find out how you can get involved.
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Ways to donate

Make a one-off donation, or set up a monthly donation to support people with cancer.

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Start fundraising

Find an event, be inspired by our fundraising ideas, or get help smashing your target.

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Volunteer for Macmillan

Whether it's minutes or months, hours or days, the time you give really does matter.

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Campaign with us

From cancer treatment delays to the workforce crisis, our campaigns fight for real change.

What's new?

Find out more about what's happening at Macmillan this week and how you can support our work.
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Sign up to the Swim It challenge
Take the plunge this summer and swim 21 miles – the length of the Channel – in June and July. Register for free and take part in your own time and place.
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Donate now

The right type of support can make a huge difference for those living with cancer. We want people affected by cancer to get the type of support that is right for them, no matter who they are or where they are from. We need your help.

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Spirituality and cancer
Your faith, spirituality or religion may be important to you. Here's how you can talk to healthcare staff and support services about what you need.
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Skin Cancer Awareness Month
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month in the UK. Whether you are directly affected by skin cancer, or you want to find out more about signs and symptoms, we have information that can help.

Macmillan Support Line

The Macmillan Support Line offers free, confidential support to people living with cancer and their loved ones. If you need to talk, we'll listen.

Call us on 0808 808 00 00
8am to 8pm. It's free to call from landlines and mobiles within the UK
Email us
Get in touch via this form
Chat online
Every day 8am - 8pm

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