Let's talk about what you can't say
At Macmillan, we can hear what men with cancer find hard to say.
Our Support Line is open 7 days a week, 8am - 8pm. Call us free* on 0808 808 00 00. You can talk to us about work or money worries, and how you feel about things.
Why talking matters
In the UK, around 500 men are diagnosed with cancer every day [1]. Yet men often find it difficult to talk about cancer, let alone ask for support.
We know that talking to family and friends about cancer can be hard. You might worry about how your diagnosis will affect them. You may have questions about the physical, financial and emotional effects of cancer, or you might just want someone to talk to.
We want more men to talk about cancer and ask for support if they need it. We're here to support you by phone, online or in person. Whether you need emotional support, help with money worries or just want to talk, we're right there with you.
Ways we can help
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Financial support
If cancer is affecting your finances, find out how we can make money one less worry.
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Work and cancer
Whether you're an employee, carer, business or manager we offer support and information about work and cancer.
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Coping with cancer
There are lots of issues you might face during or after cancer treatment. We offer advice on how to cope.
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Talking about cancer
If you have cancer, or know someone who has, we have advice on how to talk about it.
We're helping men to talk
Justin and Matt
Justin was diagnosed with testicular cancer in 2016. He talks to his friend Matt about his experience, his ‘Ball Voyage Party’ and why he wishes he’d spoken to a doctor sooner.
Justin and Matt
Justin was diagnosed with testicular cancer in 2016. He talks to his friend Matt about his experience, his ‘Ball Voyage Party’ and why he wishes he’d spoken to a doctor sooner.
Chris and Sam
When their loved ones were diagnosed with cancer, Chris and Sam’s worlds changed. They had to find ways to cope to support themselves and the people they loved.
Chris and Sam
When their loved ones were diagnosed with cancer, Chris and Sam’s worlds changed. They had to find ways to cope to support themselves and the people they loved.
Kiwi and Jonjo
Kiwi and Jonjo had different views on talking about cancer. Kiwi found it difficult, and Jonjo was very open. In this video, they speak about why talking is so important for men.
Kiwi and Jonjo
Kiwi and Jonjo had different views on talking about cancer. Kiwi found it difficult, and Jonjo was very open. In this video, they speak about why talking is so important for men.
Luke, Adam and Amuz's story
Luke, Adam and Amuz found it difficult talking to loved ones about cancer. In this video, they talk about getting support and why it's okay to ask for help.
Luke, Adam and Amuz's story
Luke, Adam and Amuz found it difficult talking to loved ones about cancer. In this video, they talk about getting support and why it's okay to ask for help.
Working together for men living with cancer
We’re working alongside corporate partners with many male employees and customers, to raise money for the millions of men living with cancer in the UK today. With their help, we're encouraging more men to talk about cancer and ask for support if they need it.
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Lloyd on benefits and financial support
'My mind was all over the place.'
Peter on working with cancer
'I could continue working around my treatment.'
Gary on emotions
'There’s always somebody I can talk to.'
Paul on getting support
'The Macmillan team are like friends really.'
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