Son who was treated for leukaemia inspires family’s fundraising and bid to raise awareness
A family whose son was treated for leukaemia is raising awareness of the disease and funds for research into improving treatments for it.
New discovery links circular DNA by-products to childhood leukaemia relapse
A Little Princess Trust-funded research project has found that a previously overlooked type of circular DNA may explain why some children with leukaemia relapse.
Eilidh's story
Eilidh Mackay was diagnosed with leukaemia, a type of blood cancer, when she was 14, and, while undergoing treatment for this, she was also diagnosed with thyroid cancer aged 17, which relapsed in 2023.
CCLG Research Talks: Our journey into childhood leukaemia research
Dr Cristina Pina and Dr Sabrina Tosi share how perseverance, new technologies, and collaboration can help children with leukaemia.
Sophie's story
Sophie was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) in April 2021 at the age of seven. Her mother, Tanya, shares her story.
CCLG Research Talks: How can leukaemia treatment affect a child's brain?
Professor Chris Halsey tells us about leukaemia treatment and how it can affect the brain.
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.
Ellen's story
Ellen Bisci was just nine years old when she was diagnosed with acute promyelocytic leukaemia (APML) in 2005. Here, she shares her story to help raise awareness of the long-term impact of her cancer and its treatment.
Alex's story
Alex Brownsdon, 40, is a research nurse and children's cancer survivor. She tells us about the impact of her cancer, the value of peer support and the importance of research.