Young people and cancer stories

Story
Published: 15 February 2024
On this page, some of Macmillan's young storytellers discuss their experiences of life after a cancer diagnosis. 

Your feelings

Amrik, a young person diagnosed with cancer, sits on the kitchen counter in his home

Amrik

Faye

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Friends and relationships

Three young people walking together along the pavement

Amrik

Shelbee

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Finding help and support

If you're affected by cancer, you don't have to go through it alone. 

Shell
Kimberley, a young person diagnosed with cancer, sitting in a restaurant and smiling
Kimberley
Megan
Sarah
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Side effects

Lillie's story

Making plans

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Information and support

A woman looking at her mobile phone

Chat to us

A young couple are sitting on the edge of a boat. They are smiling at the camera.

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