Cancer can have a big impact on work whether you are working with cancer or supporting an employee with cancer. Find out about the laws in place and get tips on dealing with cancer in the workplace.
Support for talking to your employer including policies and other useful resources.
Get help to manage your workload and finances.
Learn about workplace policies and resources, and about how cancer affects people, physically and emotionally.
If you're looking after someone with cancer, it will affect you and your work life.
Find out about the range of expert training, consultancy options, and resources we offer employers to help them support employees affected by cancer.
General information
Mario on work and cancer
'I ended up losing my home and my restaurant.'
Order booklets and audiobooks with advice about finances. Or if you're coping with cancer at work then our toolkit has the information you need.
The type of treatment you might be offered depends on the type of cancer and your situation. Find out what to expect from treatment, possible side effects and what can help you cope.
The Government is proposing to cut £125 a month for some people receiving Employment and Support Allowance. Agree this is unfair? Support our new campaign.
What's happening near you? Find out about support groups, where to get information and how to get involved with Macmillan where you are.
Read Aoife's post about the rights of people affected by cancer in the work place. She explains how the law can help job applicants, employees and the self-employed.
Share experiences and advice on practical issues when living with cancer, such as money, work, benefits, transport, food and drink, organising support at home, or getting specialist equipment.
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