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Macmillan Cancer Support

improves the lives of people affected by cancer. We provide practical, medical, emotional and financial support and campaign for better cancer care. Cancer affects us all. We can all help.

Get support

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You can get information and support including visiting an information centre, joining a support group, and talking to us.



Find information

Search for publications on cancer, find out which benefits, loans and grants are available in Financial help, and more.

The different types of cancer

We have information on the signs and symptoms of the most common cancer types in the UK, as well as cancer type-specific resources for further information or support.

Our recent merger with Cancerbackup ensures we can provide details on all cancers and treatments, as well as clinical support from cancer nurses via phone and email. See the Cancerbackup site for further information.

What to expect

Find out about the medical and emotional journey of cancer, or what to expect when you're caring for someone with cancer.

Get involved

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Cycle across China, run the London Marathon or climb Kilimanjaro. Take part in events across the UK and overseas to help raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.


What's happening in your area

Our supporters hold many different local events, find out what is happening in your area.

Have your say

Become a Macmillan Cancer Voice - use your experience to help improve cancer care. Or join one of our campaigns for a better deal for people affected by cancer.

World's Biggest Coffee Morning

This year's coffee morning takes place on Friday 26th September - more information about the event and how you can join in! 

 

 


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Learn Zone

Learn Zone gives professionals, and people affected by cancer, access to resources, e-learning programmes, and information about our learning and development opportunities.

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About Macmillan nurses

Macmillan nurses have a name as a valued and trusted source of expert information, advice and support - free of charge. But not everybody knows exactly what they do – or how to get one. Here is a guide to how they work.