Save our support
Every day across the UK, we see how hard NHS and care professionals work to help people living with cancer live life as fully as they can. We’re campaigning for politicians to save our support.
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Our campaigns fight for real change. To help everyone with cancer live life as fully as they can. Join our campaigns and make a difference.
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Do you want to volunteer your time to make positive change? Become part of a movement of over 20,000 people across the UK, who are campaigning for better support for people living with cancer.
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Campaign success stories
We’ve spoken out against prescription charges, welfare cuts and the lack of support for carers. And with your help we’ve really changed things for the better.
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Local campaigning
There are many ways to support our campaigns, from attending events to lobbying your MP. Get the latest info and materials you need to become a successful campaigner.
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Life after cancer treatment
Right now, too many people in the UK are not getting the support they need when treatment ends, and this needs to change.
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End of life. Not end of choice
Too often, people’s wishes about care and support at the end of life aren’t being met. This needs to change.
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Cancer Matters
The 2019 General Election was a vital opportunity for us to join together and make our voices heard. Macmillan needed your help to make sure new MPs put support for people with cancer at the top of their agenda. Thank you.
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Cancer — a costly diagnosis?
Cancer can affect people in many ways. But what is often overlooked is the financial cost of cancer. Our report focuses on the first-hand experiences of the difficulties faced by people living with cancer.
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Tackle the carers' crisis
We are campaigning to make sure the almost 1.5 million people in the UK who look after a family member, friend or neighbour with cancer get the support they need.
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Macmillan's key priorities for the NHS Long-Term Plan
The NHS Long-Term Plan is a vital opportunity to ensure that as the population living with cancer in England grows. Find out more about Macmillan's priorities.
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Local campaigning resources
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There are lots of ways you can support Macmillan’s campaigns, from attending events to lobbying your MP. Get the latest tips and resources to make sure your voice is heard.
Local volunteering opportunities
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We've got lots of opportunities to make your time matter. Find out about available opportunities and apply today.
We work with governments
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We work with Government and politicians across the UK to improve care and support at every stage of the cancer journey.
We shape policy
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Every campaign needs robust policy and research to back it up. We listen to people affected by cancer and work together to improve cancer care and fight inequalities.
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Why should we talk about cancer?
Read Imogen's blog about her experience as a Macmillan support line volunteer. She highlights the benefits of talking about cancer and looks at some of the different ways people can start talking.
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If you've just joined the Community and aren't sure where to start, this is the group for you. Tell us what brings you here, and don't be afraid to ask questions. Someone will be on hand to welcome you and point you in the right direction.
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