Publications

Our publications are free and available as digital downloads or as physical booklets and factsheets.

Front cover for factsheet - Acute myeloid leukaemia (AML)

Acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) in children

This factsheet is for parents, carers and families. It gives an overview of acute myeloid leukaemia (AML), including symptoms, diagnosis and treatment to help you understand more about the type of cancer your child has.

Young girl, Anna, sitting down, playing with dolls together with a female adult in a room with a sign saying Anna's Salon. Anna has long blond hair, tied back in a ponytail and wears a purple cape over a blue dress. There is a blue toy box overflowing with toys and a clock on the wall.

Anna loses her hair

A children’s guide to hair loss as a result of cancer treatment. This book tells the story of Anna, Jack and Laura who all lose their hair while having treatment for cancer and helps young children to understand what might happen.

Front cover for factsheet - Asparaginase for children and young people

Asparaginase

Asparaginase is an enzyme that causes leukaemia cells to die by depriving them of essential nutrients. This factsheet provides information on the use of asparaginase in children and young people with cancer.

Ben's Stem Cell Transplant

A colourful illustrated story book for young children preparing for a stem cell transplant. It follows the story of Ben, from his initial visit to the stem cell transplant unit through treatment, managing side effects, exploring emotions and what happens after discharge from hospital.

Front cover for booklet - A guide to brain and spinal cord tumours

Brain and spinal cord tumours - a guide for parents and carers

This guide has been written with the help of experts and parents. It aims to help parents and carers following their child's diagnosis, and gives specific information about brain and spinal cord tumours, including treatment, possible side effects and rehabilitation.

Front cover for factsheet - brain tumours

Brain tumours in children

This factsheet gives an overview of brain tumours in children, including symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.