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What is Macmillan Cancer Support?

Macmillan Cancer Support is a major UK charity that provides practical, medical, emotional, and financial support to people affected by cancer. In this story, they are the organisation raising the alarm about the rise in prostate cancer cases and encouraging men to consult their GP, highlighting their role in public health awareness and patient advocacy.

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