FCN partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support to help rural communities

The Farming Community Network (FCN) has launched a UK-wide partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support to help improve the supports available to those living with cancer in rural areas.

As part of the partnership, the FCN will be working closely with the cancer charity to raise awareness in rural communities of the signs and symptoms of cancer and building referral bridges to and from Macmillan’s services.

“Farmers can be particularly at-risk of certain types of cancer – such as skin cancer, prostate cancer, or cancers caused by exposure to carcinogens.

“Cancer can impact a family business that may employ many people and can have significant impacts on an individual and their families – including their housing and extended family situation, or immediate welfare issues for livestock.”