Real-life stories about childhood cancer, shared with CCLG for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
"We wanted Fred's life to have made a difference."
Louise Bennett shares the story of her son Fred and her experience as a member of our Patient and Public Involvement Group. She explains how her involvement in shaping CCLG's research has enabled her to make a lasting difference for children and young…
"I thought leukaemia was the only cancer children could get."
This Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we spoke to Katherine about her daughter Helena’s story, her experience as a member of CCLG’s Information Review Panel and other projects, and how getting involved has given her a sense of purpose.
"Before George was diagnosed, we knew nothing about childhood cancer."
Lisa Radcliffe is a member of CCLG's Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) Group, where she uses her lived experience to help researchers shape and improve their work.
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.
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.
Sean's story
Sean was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia in August 2023, when he was just three years old. His mother, Siobhan, shares his story.
Amelia's story
Amelia was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia (AML), aged 11. Amelia’s mum, Gemma, shares her story.
Pele and Maradona’s football shirts among those being auctioned for children’s brain tumour research in memory of sport-loving teen
Sports shirts including those of legendary footballers Pele and Diego Maradona are being auctioned to raise funds for children’s brain tumour research.
Son who was treated for leukaemia inspires family’s fundraising and bid to raise awareness
A family whose son was treated for leukaemia is raising awareness of the disease and funds for research into improving treatments for it.
Ezra's story
Ezra was diagnosed with medulloblastoma, when six years old in June 2024. His mum, Rhiannon, shares his story.