I know someone with cancer
Created with the advice of cancer specialists and families affected by cancer, this set of four illustrated booklets will help explain cancer to children aged seven to 11, clearly and sensitively.
The booklets are full of advice and information – from ideas for dealing with feelings to simple explanations about what cancer is and the different types of treatments. They include contributions from children who have been in a similar situation, aiming to help reassure young readers that they’re not alone.
This booklet explains what cancer is and explores some common worries and feelings that children may have – reassuring them that however they react, it’s ok.
What does it mean? > (PDF, 2.9MB)
Types of treatment are explained in clear language, and we meet some of the health professionals who are doing everything they can to help people with cancer get better.
Visiting hospital > (PDF, 4.2MB) 
This booklet looks at some of the side-effects of different types of cancer treatments. It also offers ideas for small ways children may like to help out at home.
Life at home > (PDF, 2.4MB) 
This magazine gives children something to do while they’re visiting the hospital, or if they want to keep their mind occupied at home.
Activity booklet > (PDF, 1.2 MB) 
Meet some of our everyday heroes
See some of the brilliant things our members do to stay healthy and some of the ways their Bupa Health Insurance has helped them lead longer, healthier, happier lives.
Mike's story
"I can’t help but think how lucky I was to have Bupa cover"
Anna's story
"Bupa fast tracked me to a specialist"
Charlotte's story
"I was absolutely amazed everything had happened so quickly. I was in and out of the hospital in an hour."
Phone our Oncology Support Team on 0345 850 0465
Monday to Friday 8am-8pm, Saturday 8am-4pm
We may record or monitor our calls.
If you have any questions about cancer, need support or just someone to talk to, call the Macmillan helpline on 0808 808 0000 or visit macmillan.org.uk
Monday to Friday 9am to 8pm.
Cancer advice and support
Bowel cancer awareness
Breast cancer awareness
Prostate cancer
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Booklets
Click on the links below to read or download any of the booklets in the series. You can read these with your children and discuss things with them, depending on their age and your particular situation.
