I HAVE A NEW DIAGNOSIS OF CANCER

We understand that many people facing a diagnosis of cancer want to start searching for information and it can be tempting to search the internet to seek answers. This can sometimes lead to misleading or inaccurate information. Once your diagnosis is confirmed, you will be better equipped to access appropriate information from a variety of sources that relate to your particular diagnosis and proposed treatment options. We would encourage you to talk to us first so we can help answer any questions you may have, and guide you to appropriate resources.

You can also access information on what to expect here.

Support & Information

This page contains links to support and information that are likely to be most relevant to you if you or someone you care about have recently been diagnosed with cancer. There are other pages with the most relevant support and information if you are undergoing treatment or are living with and beyond cancer.

For details of the full range of support that can be accessed through the Cancer Wellbeing and Information Centre, please see the What’s On page. Additionally, the All Support & Information contains links to sources of assistance both from the centre and elsewhere.

 

PHYSICAL WELLBEING

Physical Activity

Breast Exercise Workshop

Healthy Eating & Cancer

Alvie Health

Prehabilitation / Rehabilitation

 

EMOTIONAL SUPPORT

Newly Diagnosed Patients

Leaflets for Emotional Support

Books For Adults

Cancer Support Groups

Cancer & Serious Mental Health

 
 

PRACTICAL SUPPORT

Benefits & Financial Support

Macmillan ‘Diagnosis’ Page

Transport

Cancer Care Navigators

 

FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS

Teen/Young Adult Services

Children’s Books

Family Support Resources

 

OTHER

Macmillan Deaf Services

National Cancer Charities by Tumour Site

Online Support

Charity