A Macmillan professional with a patient before an MRI scan

Innovation in cancer care

We're always looking to improve care for people living with cancer. We fund pilots and services to help professionals offer new and innovative ways to deliver care and services for patients.

Personalised care for people living with cancer

Building on our success with the Recovery Package, we're committed to delivering personalised care for people living with cancer.
Holistic Needs Assessments

A Holistic Needs Assessment can help you identify and address the needs and concerns of people living with cancer to develop a Personalised Care and Support Plan.
Macmillan Quality Environment Mark (MQEM)

The MQEM award recognises and celebrates environments that meet the standards required by people living with cancer. Find out how it works and how to apply.
Psychological Care at Macmillan
Our Psychological Care Programme aims to improve the access to psychological support for people living with cancer.
Genomics Toolkit

Macmillan’s Genomics Toolkit helps healthcare professionals reach the highest standards of care once genomics is embedded into practice. Find out how this toolkit was developed and why it can support your clinical work.  

Stories And Media

  • A double helix structure illustrated with glowing blue and pink particles
    Blogs 25 Sep 2024
    Cancer prognosis and prediction
    Chief Medical Officer and consultant oncologist, Richard Simcock, explores how advances in data, genomics and artificial intelligence are improving our ability to estimate outcomes.
  • Woman sitting at a table looking at her laptop. She is wearing glasses and a blue top.
    Blogs 28 Apr 2025
    Tackling misinformation in health
    Our Chief Medical Officer, Professor Richard Simcock explores cancer truths in the context of misinformation, disinformation and how we can work to combat these.
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For your patients

Macmillan Support Line

Our specialist advisers can give advice and support to your patients. Encourage them to contact us us on 0808 808 00 00, 7 days a week, 8am to 8pm.
Cancer information in other formats and languages

We have cancer information in different languages and formats, including audio, Braille, British Sign Language videos, easy read booklets, eBooks and large print.
Booklets

It’s quick and easy to order free booklets to give to your patients, their families and carers. Topics include cancer types, treatment, and emotional support.
For your patients
We do whatever it takes for people living with cancer, no matter what their situation. Find out about Macmillan’s support services.