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Get cancer care that's fair

Macmillan is here for every person with cancer in the UK through diagnosis, treatment and beyond. Whoever they are, whatever they are going through.

Help if you need someone to talk to

Talking about your thoughts and feelings may help you cope with the stress, anxiety and difficult feelings that can happen following a cancer diagnosis. Here are some ways you can talk to someone.
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Macmillan Support Line
Cancer can feel overwhelming.  Our specially trained Macmillan nurses and advisers can help you make sense of it all.
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Online Community
Our online community is open 24/7 and is a place for people living with or affected by cancer to chat about whatever they’re going through. 
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Local support
For care that’s closer to home, search for local groups, emotional support, practical help, health services, and social activities in your area.
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Macmillan Buddies
Sign up for a weekly call from one of our trained Macmillan Buddies. Our volunteers are here to listen and talk so you don't have to face cancer alone.

Trusted cancer information

We have information about different types of cancer, including diagnosis, treatments and drugs, as well as advice to help with the different ways cancer may impact your life.    

 

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Cancer information
We can help cut through the confusion. Find information about cancer types, diagnosis, treatments and drugs, as well as advice to help with the ways cancer may impact your life.
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Information by email
When you’re facing cancer, you need answers you can understand in a way that suits you. Sign up to receive trusted information by email if you or someone you’re supporting have been diagnosed with cancer.
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Translations and other formats
Communication barriers shouldn’t stand in the way of fair care. We have cancer information in 16 different languages and formats including factsheets, audiobooks, Braille, British Sign Language videos, Easy Read booklets and large print.  
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Personal guide
A cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming, with so much to process and understand. Answer 5 quick questions and we’ll create a personal guide with trusted information tailored to your cancer experience.

More ways we can help


We’re here for every person with cancer in the UK - through diagnosis, treatment and beyond - whoever they are, whatever they are going through.

Whether you need help paying bills, advice on benefits or treatment, or just want to chat. Find out about the different ways we can help. 

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Fair care takes all of us

Together, we can make cancer care fairer for everyone. Our supporters, volunteers, professionals and partners are all vital in making it happen.

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