Magazine articles list

Claire Crowley’s son, James, was diagnosed with leukaemia in November 2014. She describes the challenges of feeding James while on treatment and the nutrition support he received.

Dr Mark Brougham and Dr Raquel Revuelta-Iniesta co-chair the Cancer and Nutrition working group for Children and Young People, part of the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). They tell us more about the group, the importance of nutrition and what research is happening to improve nutrition for patients.

Louise Henry, Advanced Dietetic Practitioner (Paediatrics and TYA) at The Royal Marsden Hospital, gives an overview on nutrition while a child is receiving cancer treatment, including its challenges and tips to support families.

60 seconds with Laura Sealy, Specialist Paediatric Dietitian at Bristol Children’s Hospital

60 seconds with Abu Sidhanee, children's physiotherapist and CCLG member

Supershoes is a national charity that helps children and young people become active again after a cancer diagnosis. Its founder and CEO, Sarah White, tells us how it provides young patients with a pair of specially crafted shoes designed to encourage them to move.

Cyclists Fighting Cancer (CFC) supports children and young people living with and beyond cancer in the UK by giving them new, lightweight bikes, specially adapted trikes and cycling equipment. Liz Pharoah, CFC trustee and cancer exercise specialist, tells us more.

Brainbow is a specialist rehabilitation service for children with brain tumours based at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge. Becca Knowles, specialist paediatric physiotherapist, tells us about its pilot project employing a PE teacher within its hospital school.

Kat Earley's son Cohen was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma, aged four. She writes about how staying active wherever possible played a crucial role in his wellbeing both during and after treatment.