Healthy eating and cancer

| Updated 10 Jul 2026

This resource is here to help you navigate nutrition in regard to your cancer. Please use the sections that you find most useful depending on your dietary needs. How can a dietitian help: A dietitian can help you throughout your cancer pathway. We can provide tailored evidenced based nutritional advice …
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Healthy eating and cancer

| Updated 10 Jul 2026

This resource is here to help you navigate nutrition in regard to your cancer. Please use the sections that you find most useful depending on your dietary needs. How can a dietitian help: A dietitian can help you throughout your cancer pathway. We can provide tailored evidenced based nutritional advice …
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Falls and cancer

| Updated 10 Jul 2026

Anyone can have a fall, but the risk is higher if you are older, have mobility problems, or certain health conditions. Cancer and its treatments can sometimes increase this risk by causing fatigue or changes in strength and balance. Why falls happen As we age, our risk of falling increases. …
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All about me: you are more than your diagnosis

| Updated 23 Jul 2026

Every person who comes through the doors of St George’s hospital brings their own story, strengths, hopes and identity. Cancer is one part of people’s journey, it does not define who they are. This page is dedicated to celebrating you, your experiences, values and what matters in your lives. We …
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Learning disabilities and cancer

| Updated 10 Jul 2026

Community mental health services

| Updated 10 Jul 2026

Community Mental Health support varies dependent on where you are based and what support you need. There are various types of teams available that can support people with mental health diagnoses. Support will depend on your individual circumstances and can include involvement from psychiatrists, mental health nurses, support workers, social …
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Existing mental health difficulties

| Updated 10 Jul 2026

We know that it is common for people to struggle with their mental health or emotional wellbeing when dealing with a cancer diagnosis. If you have a history of mental health difficulties or a current diagnosis, you may find that your mental health worsens, it is harder to cope during …
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Loneliness   

| Updated 10 Jul 2026

It is very common for people to feel lonely or isolated whilst living with or beyond cancer, whether you have people around you or not. This can be for many reasons, including:  Feeling misunderstood by those around you. Even if you are close to your loved ones they may not be able …
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Social services

| Updated 17 Jul 2026

Social Services are professionals who help people overcome difficulties that may affect their ability to live safely, independently, and with dignity. They work closely with patients, families, carers, healthcare staff, and community organisations to ensure support is in place when it is needed. Their role is to look at the …
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Physical activity

| Updated 10 Jul 2026

Being physically active before, during and after cancer treatment can make a big difference to your physical and mental wellbeing. It can also and help you to manage some of the side effects of cancer and its treatments.   What does being active mean?  You don’t need to join a gym to be active. Everyday activities like walking, gardening or dancing all …
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