CCLG Research Talks: How does neuroblastoma genetics help us treat patients?
We talk to Professor Deborah Tweddle about how understanding more about genetics has helped treatment for neuroblastoma.
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New tools released to help diagnose childhood bone cancer faster
CCLG: The Children & Young People’s Cancer Association’s flagship awareness campaign, Child Cancer Smart, has released new guidance on childhood bone cancers today.
Investigating a new type of drug that can inhibit the growth and survival of neuroblastoma and other childhood cancers
Professor Karim Malik and Dr Jodie Bojko are testing drugs that can prevent cancer cells from making growth-promoting proteins.
Creating advanced models to test new treatments for malignant rhabdoid tumours
Dr Daniel Williamson’s expert team will find the best malignant rhabdoid tumour models to test exciting new treatments.
Finding the best way to make two cancer-targeting T cells for the price of one
Professor John Anderson at University College London hopes to develop a cost-effective CAR T-cell combination therapy.
Physical activity and exercise guidelines
Movement is safe, important and beneficial for every child and young person affected by cancer.
The Little Princess Trust funds four exciting childhood cancer research projects through CCLG
CCLG: The Children & Young People’s Cancer Association has supported The Little Princess Trust (LPT) in funding four new research projects that aim to develop much-needed new treatments for children with cancer.
The role of the Lead Cancer Nurse for children and young people’s (CYP) cancer services
A position statement from the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) / CCLG Children and Young People’s Cancer Nurses Community.
Fundraising in memory of boy who died from cancer passes £250,000 during glitzy golden ball
A glamourous evening of entertainment has taken a family’s fundraising for childhood cancer research in memory of their four-year-old son above £250,000.
Parents - preparing yourself
In this section, you will find some ideas that you may wish to think about when you are trying to face the fact that your child is probably going to die. Knowing what has helped other families in a similar situation may help you find your own way of facing this difficult time.