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5In 2011, we reached over 433,000 cancer patients through our Macmillan Nurses. Inaddition to these patients, our Macmillan Nurses helped many more carers, familymembers and friends.In 2011, the average Macmillan Nurse helped 137 cancer patients across the whole year.AHPsAHPs are Allied Healthcare Professionals, who work alongside nurses and doctors toprovide a comprehensive range of cancer healthcare support, including rehabilitationsupport. Examples of AHPs are given below.In 2011, we reached over 85,800 cancer patients through our Macmillan AHPsIn 2011, the average Macmillan AHP helped 161 patients across the whole year.Example of AHPs include:lymphoedema specialists – lymphoedema is a condition that causes swelling of thelimbs, as a consequence of their cancer or its treatment. Our specialists providetherapy that includes massage, bandaging, exercises and skincare and supportspeople to self-manage their condition wherever possible.physiotherapists – by using special exercise or massage therapy, these specialistshelp people with cancer to maintain their independence, mobility and regain any lossof function as a result of their illness or its treatment.dietitians – they give dietary and nutritional advice and support people with cancer.During treatment some people experience a loss of appetite or nausea that mightresult in weight loss. Others may have long-term side effects as a result of surgery ortreatment and might need to change their diet.pharmacists – they prepare drugs and dispense medicines prescribed by doctors,oncologists or nurses for the treatment of cancer. They also provide information forpeople with cancer and their families so that they can self-manage their medicines.information radiographers – they work closely with clinical oncologists in the field ofradiotherapy. They provide support to people with cancer and make sure they haveall the information they need about their particular cancer type and its treatment.occupational therapists – they help people manage day-to-day activities, arrangingfor them to receive any special equipment they need to adapt to being back at homeafter cancer treatment. They also provide information and support to enable people toget back to work or education.speech and language therapists – they work with people who have speechdifficulties, or problems swallowing following cancer treatment.Questions about living with cancer?Call the Macmillan Support Line free on 0808 808 00 00 or visit macmillan.org.ukMacmillan Cancer Support, registered charity in England and Wales (261017), Scotland (SC039907) and the Isle of Man (604). A company limited by guarantee.Registered company in England and Wales (2400969) and the Isle of Man (4694F). Registered office: 89 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7UQ.
6Macmillan ‘source of support’ DoctorsWe no longer fund ‘source of support’ Macmillan Doctors. However, as a result ofhistorical fundraising and service development activity we have developed a number ofMacmillan Doctors across the UK who continue to support cancer patients and theirfamilies, diagnosing and treating cancer, as well as managing pain and symptoms.These ‘source of support’ Macmillan Doctors reached an estimated 7,800 cancer patientsin 2011.Please note that we do currently, however, fund Macmillan GPs – these GPs carry outstrategic and quality improvement roles, providing leadership and influencingimprovements to cancer services in primary care.Clinical buildingsMacmillan knows that the design of cancer care buildings can have an impact on the waypeople feel and respond to treatment. Macmillan helps to fund the design, constructionand furnishing of cancer care centres. We also provide furniture, decoration and fittingsto create a relaxing and healing environment. Types of clinical building include palliativecare units, chemotherapy suites and general cancer care centres.In 2011, we helped over 67,000 cancer patients who were treated within our Macmillanclinical buildings across the UK.Financial support servicesMacmillan benefits advisers (face-to-face)Macmillan benefits advisers work in a variety of settings (eg in a Citizens Advice Bureau,a Macmillan information and support centre, a local council, or a hospital setting)providing essential welfare benefits advice and casework support to people affected bycancer. They can work as single posts, or in larger teams to provide support across awider area. A Macmillan benefits adviser can offer specialist advice on entitlements tobenefits, tax credits and grants. They can also provide assistance with claims andrepresentation at reviews and appeals.In 2011, our national network of face-to-face Macmillan benefits advisers reached around95,000 people affected cancer, identifying around £160m in benefits for people affectedby cancer.Macmillan Support Line (the financial support element only)Questions about living with cancer?Call the Macmillan Support Line free on 0808 808 00 00 or visit macmillan.org.ukMacmillan Cancer Support, registered charity in England and Wales (261017), Scotland (SC039907) and the Isle of Man (604). A company limited by guarantee.Registered company in England and Wales (2400969) and the Isle of Man (4694F). Registered office: 89 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7UQ.
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