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Helping children understand cancer

Helping children understand cancer

Explaining cancer to young children is a difficult thing to do. That’s why we’ve worked with cancer specialists and families affected by the condition to create these booklets.

Our booklets are full of advice and illustrations. They explain what cancer is and look at the different types of treatments. They also talk about how to deal with feelings. There are contributions from children who have been in a similar situation, to reassure young readers they’re not alone.

How to talk to your children about cancer


Bupa Insurance customers can call our Oncology Support Team

Monday to Friday 8am-8pm, Saturday 8am-4pm

0345 850 0465

If you’re not a Bupa customer and you have questions about cancer. Or if you need support or just someone to talk to, call the Macmillan helpline on 0808 808 0000 or visit macmillan.org.uk.

Monday to Sunday 8am to 8pm.

Spotting the signs of cancer

Cancer can affect anyone and there’s plenty of ways to spot the symptoms early. We’ve put together these guides to help you know what to look out for.

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