My cancer diagnosis has never defined who I am
Sam Varnam was diagnosed with neuroblastoma as a teenager in 2017. Now 24, he tells us about how he navigated the challenges of treatment, and the route he took to becoming a police officer.
Sam Varnam was diagnosed with neuroblastoma as a teenager in 2017. Now 24, he tells us about how he navigated the challenges of treatment, and the route he took to becoming a police officer.
Christina Harris’ daughter, Skye, was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) in 2021, aged 10. Having received little support from her employer following Skye’s diagnosis, culminating in her eventually losing her job, she explains why she’s now campaigning for parents with seriously ill children to be legally entitled to a career break while they care for their child.
During the palliative phase of your child’s illness, eating and drinking may cause you some anxiety. This section will give suggestions and ideas to help you manage your child’s nutrition.
Nicky Webb is a Clinical Nurse Specialist and a member of CCLG who provides support for the long-term follow-up care of childhood cancer survivors.
A CCLG-funded study to find out why some patients with leukaemia have long-term problems with learning and memory.
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Come and be part of Scotland's BIGGEST running festival and fundraise for CCLG!
Take on the ultimate UK mountain adventure! In just 24 hours, you’ll summit the highest peaks in Scotland (Ben Nevis), England (Scafell Pike), and Wales (Snowdon).
Learn about the world of kidney cancer research from Wilms tumour expert Professor Kathy Pritchard-Jones.
CCLG: The Children & Young People’s Cancer Association has supported The Little Princess Trust (LPT) in funding four new childhood blood cancer research projects that will develop and improve treatment for young patients.