Older people with cancer are more likely to also have another health condition. We have information to help you cope with cancer if you are also living with another medical condition.
Cancer and dementia
The number of people in the UK living with both cancer and dementia is growing. We have information about living with dementia and cancer. We also have information for people who look after someone with dementia and cancer.
Our information includes:
- worries you may have about cancer and dementia
- ways to cope with cancer and dementia
- how to get help and support.
Cancer and diabetes
If you have diabetes, cancer treatment can make it difficult to control your blood sugar level.
Our information includes:
- tips to help you cope with treatment side effects
- managing your diabetes if you have advanced cancer.
Cancer and heart health
Some cancer treatments can affect how the heart works. Some older people may already have a heart condition, or be at a higher risk of heart problems. We have information about different cancer treatments that may have an effect on your heart. This includes useful tips about what you can do to help prevent and manage heart problems during cancer treatment.