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Sam, on the right, being sworn in as a police officer

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.

A mother has her arm around her daughter, who has little hair in the hospital.

Why I’m campaigning for a career break for parents of seriously ill children

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.

Nutrition

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.

60 seconds with Nicky Webb

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 group of researchers in a research lab is all wearing white lab coats.

BRAIN

A CCLG-funded study to find out why some patients with leukaemia have long-term problems with learning and memory.

Edinburgh Marathon

Come and be part of Scotland's BIGGEST running festival and fundraise for CCLG!

National 3 Peaks

National 3 Peaks Challenge

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).

Funding hope for children with blood cancer

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.