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All our campaigns

From speaking out about the cost of cancer, to improving healthcare services, Macmillan campaigns to make a difference to the lives of people living with cancer.

Learn about our latest campaign

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What Are We Waiting For?

Thousands of lives are being put at risk due to long waits for cancer tests and treatments. We're campaigning for UK governments to take urgent action so that people living with cancer get the treatment they need, when they need it. 

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Our past campaigns

Find out how our past campaigns have helped to improve healthcare services and make a real difference to the lives of people living with cancer.

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Improving cancer information in Wales

Surveys show that many people living with cancer are not getting the information they need to understand their treatment. Macmillan Wales created Your Cancer Care in Wales, a guide to help people understand their cancer treatment.

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Stop cancer being the forgotten C

Cancer nursing shortages are being felt across the UK. Too many people living with cancer are missing out on crucial cancer nursing support. Find out how we’ve been campaigning for UK governments to invest in Macmillan nurses.

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Why we need to fix Universal Credit

Universal Credit is difficult to apply for and often comes with long delayed payments. We’re campaigning to make sure people living with cancer get the support they need, when they need it.

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Better support after cancer treatment

More people are living longer after a cancer diagnosis, but many finish treatment and struggle to cope with the ways it has affected their lives. Find out how we have campaigned to make sure people get the right support.

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Introducing a legal duty of care

The Treasury Select Committee backed our calls for the introduction of a legal Duty of Care for the financial services sector. This was a big campaign win which will help make sure the financial shock of cancer doesn’t turn into a crisis.

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Making money one less worry

Cancer can be tough on your finances and money worries can be confusing and overwhelming. Our campaigners have shared their experiences to show the government how important it is for everyone to get the financial support they need.

Other ways to campaign for people with cancer

From campaigning in your local area, to sharing your story, there are lots of ways you can help improve the lives of people living with cancer.

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Join our campaigner network

Join 25,000 people campaigning across the UK to help people living with cancer live life as fully as possible.

Together we can have real impact for people living with cancer.

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Understanding your rights

Everyone should get the very best cancer care and treatment, no matter what.

If you’re worried about the care you’re receiving, or feel you’re being treated unfairly, the Raising Your Voice toolkit can help.

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Help us make a difference

Your stories help us raise awareness of what it's really like for people living with cancer. 

Sharing real experiences helps us to make change happen. If you are happy to share your story with us, we would love to hear from you.