Talking about cancer

Booklet
Published: 30 Nov 2024
Next review: 30 Nov 2027
Edition: 10

The booklet explains why it is important to talk about cancer and who you might want to talk to. It also has practical tips for having a conversation.

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Published: 30 Nov 2024
Next review: 30 Nov 2027
Edition: 10

The booklet explains why it is important to talk about cancer and who you might want to talk to. It also has practical tips for having a conversation.

About this booklet

This booklet is about talking about cancer. It is for anyone who has a cancer diagnosis.

 

The booklet explains:

 

- the benefits of talking about cancer

- how to overcome the things that make talking difficult

- how to deal with other people’s reactions.

 

It also has practical tips for talking and asking for support. We hope it helps you deal with some of the questions or feelings you may have.

 

Visit our online information about talking about cancer.

 

We want everyone affected by cancer to feel our information is written for them. To do this we use plain English and we try to make it accessible and relevant to the widest range of people. Read more about how we produce our information.

 

Tag: LIFST, EMTN, GENS

How we can help

Macmillan Support Line
The Macmillan Support Line is a free and confidential phone service for people living and affected by cancer. If you need to talk, we'll listen. 

 

Financial guidance
Financial issues can cause worry when someone becomes ill. You may be able to claim benefits to help you in your situation. You may also be able to get financial assistance from other organisations.
Welfare rights advice and tools

There are lots of benefits that could help you after a cancer diagnosis, but the system can be confusing. Our Welfare Rights Advisors are here to help.