General information Tips for coping with day-to-day life
Life can be busy when you’re living with cancer. There are ways to help you and your family cope.
'Macmillan's information was completely invaluable for us.'
'You're waving your little flag saying, "I need some help here". And then Macmillan comes.'
'At that point I’d had no symptoms whatsoever.'
'I did the typical bloke thing of ignoring it.'
Order or download our guide with information for young people living with cancer. It includes insights from other young people who have lived with cancer.
We're trialing audio versions of our web pages. You can listen to information on talking to your friends and family about sex and fertility.
If you’re feeling up to some physical activity it can really help you to feel better. We've got a range of events you can get involved in.
Meet other people who understand what you’re going through. Find out about support groups, where to get information and how to get involved with Macmillan where you are.
Read Amrik's guest blog about being diagnosed with cancer age 18. He discusses the impact this had on his studies, the support he received and how he found a light at the end of the tunnel.
A space to share experiences and talk freely with other young people who get what you’re going through.
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