Magazine articles list

60 seconds with Dr John Moppett

60 Seconds with Dr John Moppett, Paediatric Haematologist at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children and CCLG member.

How we used creativity to help us through treatment

Amanda Richards’ daughter, Seirian, was seven years old when she was diagnosed with leukaemia in 2022. Here, Amanda explains how arts and crafts helped them navigate the challenges of treatment and tells us about a special art exhibition showcasing their work.

Why lived experience is vital to developing research

Kate Willis’ son, Sebby, was two years old when he was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia in 2017. Kate tells us about Sebby’s treatment, how this influenced her to help shape research, and the importance of patient and parent voices in research discussions.

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“Take each day as it comes”

Samantha Hall's son, Jackson, was diagnosed with T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukaemia aged two in 2020. She describes the impact this had, what life looks like now, and offers advice to others navigating treatment.

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Navigating the challenges and impact of our son’s leukaemia journey

Philippa Martin’s son, Oscar, was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia when he was three years old in 2022. Here, Philippa tells us about the challenges of treatment and the support her family received, and offers advice to other families navigating a childhood cancer diagnosis.

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How our experiences are driving us to help other families

Laura Sheppard’s son, Max, was seven years old when diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) in May 2023. Here, she tells us about his treatment, the support they received during it, and why her family now wants to make a difference to others.

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What is a stem cell transplant?

Craig Baillie is a stem cell transplant clinical nurse specialist at Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow. Here, he explains what a stem cell transplant is, the different types, and the process of receiving one.

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What is blood?

Blood is vital for the body to function properly. Dr Emmy Dickens, a consultant paediatric haematologist at Addenbrookes Hospital, explains what blood is and why it’s important.