Magazine articles list

Turning heartache into hope

Ellen Vance’s son, Todd, was diagnosed with a brain tumour aged seven in 2008. She tells us about the impact that hair loss had on Todd, and how, inspired by the support their own family received, she and her husband, Simon, set up their own charity to help others navigating a similar path.

A mother and young daughter sit closely at a dinner table, arms around each other, smiling and holding drinks.

The importance of platelet transfusions in childhood cancer

Kelly Herriott’s daughter, Evie, was diagnosed with neuroblastoma in 2020 when she was 21 months old. Here, Kelly explains how Evie’s treatment affected her blood, offers advice to others facing a childhood cancer diagnosis, and tells us what life looks like for their family now.

What is CAR-T therapy?

Sophia Landell-Wright, TYA Bone Marrow Transplant and CAR-T Clinical Nurse Specialist at University College London Hospital NHS Trust, explains CAR-T therapy.

60 seconds with Dr John Moppett

60 Seconds with Dr John Moppett, Paediatric Haematologist at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children and CCLG member.

How we used creativity to help us through treatment

Amanda Richards’ daughter, Seirian, was seven years old when she was diagnosed with leukaemia in 2022. Here, Amanda explains how arts and crafts helped them navigate the challenges of treatment and tells us about a special art exhibition showcasing their work.

Why lived experience is vital to developing research

Kate Willis’ son, Sebby, was two years old when he was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia in 2017. Kate tells us about Sebby’s treatment, how this influenced her to help shape research, and the importance of patient and parent voices in research discussions.