Sarah started volunteering as a Macmillan Telephone Buddy in 2023, keen to use her experience to support others.

Paget’s disease of the breast is a condition that causes a scaly rash on the skin of the nipple. This can look like eczema. Most people who have Paget’s disease also have breast cancer. So it is ...

Carol has been supporting people over the phone for several years now. Each match lasts 8-12 weeks. Some of her buddies want ...

The counselling service in partnership with Bupa is closed and no longer accepting referrals. If you need emotional help or someone to talk to, there is help available. Here are some of the different ...

FAP is a rare condition that can run in families. It sometimes used to be called Gardner syndrome. FAP causes hundreds or thousands of small growths in the the large bowel. These are called polyps or ...

The human papilloma viruses (HPVs) are a group of common infections. It can affect the skin and the moist lining inside parts of the body (mucous membranes). The virus is most common inside the mouth, ...

Use this tool to find local cancer support near you. Results come from our trusted partner, Cancer Care Map. You may see both Macmillan services and other local organisations that offer cancer support ...

If you have been diagnosed with cancer or care for someone who does, Macmillan is here for you. We have different services across Scotland that you can access and find the right information and ...

Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) is a benefit for people under State Pension age who have an illness or disability that affects how much they can work. money to help with living costs if you ...

Fluorouracil is a type of chemotherapy. It is also called 5FU. It is used to treat many different types of cancer. It is best to read this information with our general information about chemotherapy ...

The bladder is a hollow and muscular organ that collects and stores pee (urine). In the UK, over 10,000 people are diagnosed with bladder cancer each year. The actual number is likely to be higher ...

There are several reasons why someone with cancer may have nausea and vomiting. These include cancer treatments, physical changes in the body and emotional reasons. The best way to manage nausea and ...