Families fund vital new research into rare blood cancer
New research into a rare type of leukaemia has been funded, thanks to several Children's Cancer and Leukaemia Group (CCLG) Special Named Funds.
New research highlights significant gaps in public awareness of signs and symptoms of cancer in children and young people
Only 32% of adult survey respondents felt confident in recognising cancer signs and symptoms in children, teenagers and young adults, according to newly published research.
How the variability of neuroblastoma makes it harder to cure
Cancer cells can have differences in how they survive, respond to treatment, and behave. This variability can help cancer cells survive and adapt, but it also makes doctors’ jobs much harder.
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 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.
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?
CCLG Research Talks: What are the long term side effects of childhood cancer and its treatment?
Nicky Webb shares the long-term effects of childhood cancer and its treatments for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.