Prehabilitation videos for people living with cancer

Macmillan have collaborated with Bristol Myers Squibb and people living with cancer to produce six videos covering prehabilitation. Prehabilitation helps people living with cancer prepare their body and mind for treatment. It can include areas like physical activity, healthy eating, mental health, reducing alcohol and stopping smoking.

Research has shown prehabilitation can benefit health and emotional wellbeing by lowering anxiety, improving fitness and reducing side effects of treatment.

What is prehabilitation?

Starting treatment for cancer can be daunting, and you may feel you have little control. But there are things you can do before you start. These can include making small changes to your everyday life to help get ready for cancer treatment. This is called prehabilitation, or prehab. Find out more about prehabilitation in the video below.

Physical activity

Physical activity and exercise are an important part of prehabilitation. Staying active can help you take some control of your journey with cancer. For most people with cancer, some extra activity above what you currently do, including housework, gardening and walking to the shop, can be a good thing. Find out more about physical activity in the video below.

Eating Well

Healthy eating and eating well before, during and after cancer treatment can make a difference to how you feel over time. Find out about how small changes to your diet can make a difference in the video below.

Mental wellbeing

Looking after your mental health can help you when you are living with cancer. Find out more about different types of emotional support available to you in the video below.

Alcohol moderation

Drinking alcohol in moderation is recommended for a healthy lifestyle. If you have cancer, it is best to avoid alcohol as much as possible. Cutting down on alcohol can also help in preparation for cancer treatment. Find out more about alcohol moderation in the video below.

Stopping smoking

Stopping smoking be an important part of prehabilitation. If you have cancer, it is recommended that you try to give up smoking. Taking steps such as cutting down or giving up smoking can help you with your overall health. Find out more about stopping smoking in the video below.