Talking about cancer
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Find groups and talks near you
Learn more about support groups and find one near you.
'I wanted to talk to somebody who felt the same way as I did'
Watch our video and find out more about what it's like to attend a cancer support group.
What to expect from a group
Cancer support groups give you the chance to talk to others who can understand what you are going through.
How to start your own group
Self help and support groups bring people together to offer mutual support. If you're thinking of starting your own support group, Macmillan can help with advice, training and start-up grants.
How we support your group
Macmillan supports groups with training, grants and resources, to help them develop.
Find groups near you
Macmillan supports more than 900 independent cancer support groups and organisations across the UK. If you need to talk about your cancer experience, you can find one near you.
Read stories about getting support
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'Your emotions are just completely battered.'
If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with cancer, you’re not alone. Find out what to expect, get information, practical advice and support, hear from experts and read about other people’s experiences.
http://www.macmillan.org.uk/information-and-support/index.html
About cancer
A cancer doctor explains how cancer develops, how it can be treated and what might happen.
What is cancer?
Cancer is a disease of our cells. Sometimes cells go wrong and become abnormal. These cancer cells keep dividing to make more and more abnormal cells.
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Understanding
what cancer is
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Diagnosing
symptoms, causes and risk factors
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Organising
the practical, work and financial side
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Treating
cancer and what to expect
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Coping
with and after cancer treatment
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Resources
and publications to order, download and print