Charlie's story
Sarah Jackson’s daughter Charlie was diagnosed with leukaemia in 2011 when aged three. Here, Sarah tells us about the long-term effects of Charlie’s cancer and her treatment.
Ro's story
Ro Cartwright was diagnosed with cancer in 1968, aged eight. Now 63, she reflects on her experiences, including the difference in treatment and care seen today, and how more has come to be learnt about the long-term effects of children’s cancer.
Six ways childhood cancer is different to adult cancer
Not only do children get different types of cancer, but there are also big differences in the treatment, diagnosis, and causes of their cancer. Find out more about these differences...
CCLG’s partnership with the Little Princess Trust honoured at Third Sector Awards
Children’s Cancer and Leukaemia Group (CCLG)’s successful research-funding partnership with the Little Princess Trust (LPT) has been recognised at a prestigious awards ceremony.
CCLG hosts first-ever Research Discovery Day for families and supporters
Children’s Cancer and Leukaemia Group (CCLG) hosted its inaugural Research Discovery Day last week (20 September), to offer valuable insight into the research it funds to families and supporters.
World Duty Free staff reach huge fundraising milestone for CCLG
UK employees at World Duty Free (WDF), which is part of leading global travel retailer Dufry, have raised an incredible £100,000 for Children’s Cancer and Leukaemia Group (CCLG) in just 18 months.
The Little Princess Trust funds innovative new research projects through CCLG partnership
The Little Princess Trust (LPT) has just announced the successful funding of three ground-breaking research projects as part of the first New Ideas grant scheme, awarded in partnership with Children’s Cancer and Leukaemia Group (CCLG).
Partnership funds vital research into childhood leukaemia
Children’s Cancer and Leukaemia Group (CCLG) has partnered with the Harley Staples Cancer Trust (HSCT) to fund crucial new research into why leukaemia relapses.
What is the spleen and why does it matter if it receives radiotherapy?
Cancer treatments like radiotherapy can cause problems because they can harm healthy body cells as well as cancer cells. But what damage does it do and why does it matter?