Watch: Cancer fatigue explained
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Published:
29 May 2026
Watch this British Sign Language enabled video about cancer fatigue (tiredness). Occupational Therapist Rose Marshall answers questions including: what is cancer-related fatigue? How is fatigue different to normal tiredness? And what support is available?
We also hear from Gill, who shares how cancer-related fatigue affected her. This video is BSL‑interpreted and includes subtitles.
Cancer-related fatigue: expert advice and Gill’s story
In this video Gill shares her experience of cancer-related fatigue, and talks with Lucy Pidgeon, Highly Specialised Physiotherapist, about what helps her cope day to day. Together they answer some of the most common questions about fatigue.
Learn more about our BSL information and how we can help you to use the Macmillan Support Line.
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