South Asian communities and cancer
Our partners
Sunrise Radio
We’re currently working with Sunrise radio on a series of interviews with people with cancer and Macmillan experts to highlight the support available.
Asian Star Radio
Our partners at Asian Star Radio in Slough have been interviewing experts on cancer – from doctors and nurses to patients – to get people talking more about diagnosis, treatment and more. Listen to the episodes.
“It's about breaking down barriers.” Allia's story
Allia was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2019. After finishing treatment she set up a support group so South Asian women in her community had somewhere to talk about their cancer experience and get support.
She said: “When I shared parts of my experience on Instagram a few ladies who had cancer got in touch with me. I was hearing stories about how difficult it was for them to speak about it.
We need to be more open in the South Asian community when talking about cancer and encourage people to access support.”
We are here to help
If you or someone you care about has been diagnosed with cancer, we're here to help. Whatever the question about cancer, big or small, Macmillan is here. From help with money worries and questions about work, to supporting you with how you are feeling.
Cancer information and help in your language
We produce a range of cancer information translated into different languages.
This includes information about different cancer types, living with cancer, and the different treatments.
Online Community
Talk to people affected by the same cancer, share your experiences, and ask an expert your questions.
You can anonymously share your feelings and experiences and find support from others who understand what you're going through.Join our living with cancer as a South Asian person forum.
You might also find it helpful to read:
"People are afraid to use the word cancer in our Community." - Nahida and Saddiya tell us more
