Macmillan Cancer Support

Sir Chris Hoy ahead of Tour de 4 2026

Over 5,000 cyclists raise £2.5m at Sir Chris Hoy’s Tour de 4 event

Noelle Legrain with her two daughters. They moved to Edinburgh in 2023

Mum 'fobbed off' by doctor over perimenopause to tackle Tour de 4

"A young patient receiving treatment at a local oncology unit, illustrating the human impact of cancer care in Edinburgh and beyond."

Edinburgh’s Pioneering Efforts in Cancer Research: A City at the Forefront of Me...

The Edinburgh Marathon got underway at Bristo Square at 10am on Sunday, May 25

17 pictures of the Edinburgh Marathon 2025

Hundreds of works from local artists on display during the Edinburgh Macmaillan Art Show

Edinburgh Macmillan Art Show returns for its 22nd year

All are welcome to join residents for their Macmillan coffee morning.

Community invited to Edinburgh care home’s Macmillan Coffee Morning

George Alagiah and Mary Huckle (photo: Rankin/Macmillan Cancer Support)

Fighting cancer together with Macmillan's Coffee Morning

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MacMillan cancer charity backed by M&S - including new products and 5p donations...

Ali Patterson (front right) with some of those who took part in the charity challenge.

Personal trainer makes push to help charity

The late Maurice McCann with sons Ronnie, Graham and Maurice Jnr at the Old Course, St Andrews

Kingsknowe golf community tees up ultimate tribute to lifelong member Maurice

Competitors running through Cowgate during the 2018 Edinburgh Marathon. Photo:Jane Barlow/PA.

How to take part in Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2022

Greene King launches £10k prize draw in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support

Picture: Michael Gillen

Worst cancer waiting times on record as system ‘fails to cope’

Nectar card points Sainsbury's

Sainsbury’s makes major change to Nectar card points - what it means for custome...

The best non-alcoholic beers and spirits

Sober October for Macmillan: best non-alcoholic beers and spirits

Jen Hardy created Cancer Cards to help cancer patients across the UK struggling to find the support they need.

Incurable cancer patient uses final years to help others
A mother-of-two with incurable secondary breast cancer has used what could be the last years of her life to build a comprehensive online directory of cancer services, hoping to help newly diagnosed patients find the help they need.
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The fund has helped over 600 people with cancer in the Capital.

Charity secured £2m of welfare benefits for cancer patients

Brace yourselves ladies...the wild swimmers get ready to take the plunge

Portobello’s wild swimmers host coffee morning in the ocean

Health secretary Humza Yousaf (right) looks on as Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon speaks. Picture: PA

Scottish NHS boards get £10m to improve cancer waiting times

Eskbank man Graeme Sneddon (59) pictured before and after his weight loss.

Eskbank 59-year-old gives up smoking, drinking and loses three stone to run firs...

Graeme Sneddon said working on his health was about more than loosing weight.

Three stone weight loss leads to marathon success

Catherine braved the shave to raise money for charity

Edinburgh care home worker braves the shave for Macmillan Cancer Support

The ballot results for this year’s marathon will be released online for the first time (Photo: Getty Images)

Runners to find out if they have a place in biggest London Marathon ever - and h...

Up to 50,000 people in the UK could have undiagnosed cancer - signs to watch out...

Rosa (dark hair) and Gemma are raising vital funds for Macmillan Cancer Support.

Pals to walk, run and cycle 274 miles for cancer charity

(Photo: Shutterstock)

Here’s what you should know about the Go Sober for October challenge

Melissa McNaughton who is living with blood cancer tells of her lockdown anxiety.

Thousands of Scots with cancer living in fear of Covid-19
Thousands of Scots with cancer are living in fear of Covid-19, according to research by Macmillan Cancer Support.
Kevan Christie

Millions of Britons could save up to 40% on holiday cover under this new rule

Staff at Lothian Buses voted for Support in Mind as their Charity of Choice. Picture: Wullie Marr Photography

Lothian Buses just the ticket for charity’s mental health drive

The brothers after the head shave.

Watch as Edinburgh teen brothers 'brave the shave' to raise £6.5k for Macmillan ...

Picture: Shutterstock

Edinburgh Marathon 2020: date, route, entry price and how to train for the UK’s ...

Cicero is back, although he's never been away

Pet Shop Boys’ discovery Dave Cicero is set to get back behind the keyboards in ...

The serial entrepreneur will look to tap into his business connections. Picture: Nick Mailer Photography

Robert Kilgour launches £2m Scottish cancer appeal

Jack Brodie will run his first marathon next month. Picture: contributed

Brave Edinburgh teen who had skin cancer will run Edinburgh Marathon

Emma Whitelaw's grandad hugs her at the finish line

Grandad watched me cross Edinburgh Marathon finish line

MacMillan Service point launched at Central Library

. PIcture; Lisa Ferguson

Libraries to offer help for cancer patients

Donald Lindsay is joined by kids Robbie and Aisla for a training session. Picture: Phil Wilkinson

Donald dons trainers for cancer charity run

Thora and Stewart Forrest, Scollon Ave, Bonnyrigg, who recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary.

Dancing-mad couple enjoy diamond day

Five-year-old CAmdyn Gillespie is about to compete in her first 5K race. Picture: Greg Macvean

'˜Miracle' girl Camdyn, 5, takes on 5k trek for charity

Jenny Howse is a Macmillan Cancer Support volunteer. Picture: contributed

Helping Matters needs volunteers to aid cancer patients

Older people are embracing a workout in the gym. Picture: Kzenon

Edinburgh's most frequent gym-goers average 72 years old

These pupils from Gaelic-speaking Taobh Na Pairce Primary School give the council's u-turn the thumbs-up. Picture: Steven Scott Taylor

Gina Davidson: Gaelic U-turn is just a quick fix

A little physical activity can also make people feel better and reduce the anxiety that is so common when going through cancer treatment. Picture: TSPL

Platform: A cancer diagnosis doesn't mean rest is best

Marc Cherrie with his mum. Picture: contributed

Quest to do 20 endurance events for cancer relief

Olivia Arnot, Rosina Barton and David Campbell are running the Half Marathon in memory of Millie McLean. Picture: Toby Williams

Teachers and friends to run marathon for Millie

Your Really Good Night in could include beauty treatment. Picture: James McCauley

Face up to a good night in

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Nicolson launches share scheme and Texas Scramble to boost campaign

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Aegon boost for charities

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Talk of the Town: Never say never again for band

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Increase in breast cancer in over-65s

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Making most of a mocha

Capital causes stir as it offers backing to cancer charity’s big coffee morning

Belly good way to raise cancer cash

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A jolly good show from Showcase charity team

Irvine wants Lions to win every match in Oz

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