Cancer can affect how we see and feel about our bodies — during and after treatment. Whether you’re adjusting to physical changes or navigating emotional challenges, you’re not alone. On this page, you’ll find a series of short videos on some of the common things that effect people, along with links to local support services across Greater Manchester that are here to help.
If you’re finding it difficult to deal with the changes to your body after cancer and it’s treatment, watch this film for some helpful advice.
If you are worried about hair loss caused by your cancer treatment, you are not alone. This short video explains what support is available for you.
Surgery has a huge impact on your body and your wellbeing. You can lose confidence in your body and it can take time to rebuild this. This video talks about how to cope with these changes.
Facial changes or scarring caused by cancer treatment can affect how you feel about your appearance and may take time to accept. You are not alone.
If your voice has changed following cancer treatment, it can take time to get used to. This short video shares tips and advice to help you manage these changes.
If your cancer treatment means you may need a stoma, you might be worried about how you will cope with this and how it will effect your life. This short video explains what to expect.
Offering free, expert advice and support on all aspects of hair loss, hair loss prevention (scalp cooling) and hair care, before, during and after cancer treatments. We can also offer support to people with non-cancer treatment related hair loss. Visit the website or ring 01438 311 322
This charity helps those undergoing cancer treatment regain body confidence by offering practical guidance on skincare, makeup, hair, brows, nails, and grooming—support that helps people feel like themselves again. Sessions are sometimes run from Local support services such as Maggies. Visit their website or ring 01372 747 500
Boots Macmillan Beauty Advisors
Boots partners with Macmillan to offer free, in-store beauty support for people with cancer. Specially trained No7 beauty advisors help manage treatment side effects like skin changes or hair loss, boosting confidence and wellbeing. You can book an appointment via the boots website