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 of booklet Bereavement - sources of help and support

Bereavement - sources of help and support

The death of a child is a devastating experience for everyone who knew and loved the child. Suddenly, the promise of a young life with a future of hopes and dreams is gone. This simply does not make sense and goes against how we expect normal life to be.

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.