60 seconds with Dr Guy Makin
Dr Guy Makin, Senior Lecturer in Paediatric Oncology at the University of Manchester and Honorary Consultant Paediatric Oncologist at Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital, talks to us about his work.
Ask the expert: who are research nurses and what do they do?
Jane Cooper, Rebekah Lewis and Rosie Williams. Research Nurses at Birmingham Children's Hospital (BCH)
A parent's view... learning to look after your own wellbeing during treatment
When Beth Kellie’s son Kai was diagnosed with leukaemia, she struggled to maintain her mental and physical health while adjusting to life during his treatment. She writes on how she learnt to look after her own wellbeing and the importance of doing so.
60 seconds with Dr Susie Willis
Clinical Psychologist at Royal Belfast Hospital for Sick Children (RBHSC) talks to us about her work.
How sailing trips can help young people to recovery
The Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust supports young people aged 8-24 in rebuilding their confidence after cancer through sailing and UK-wide adventure activities. Scott Wilson, Communications Officer at the Trust, explains the positive impact these trips have on wellbeing.
Research Focus - Does virtual 'acceptance and commitment therapy' work for young people with brain tumours?
In an effort to improve the physical and mental health of young people diagnosed with or treated for a brain tumour, the ACT Now study (funded by The Brain Tumour Charity), is investigating whether a psychological therapy called ‘acceptance and commitment therapy’ (ACT) is both useful and possible.
"I always find it helps me to talk about my experiences with cancer"
Matteus Irsø-Coombes, Community Fundraising Coordinator at CCLG, was diagnosed with leukaemia aged 24. He tells us how his outlook on life has been altered by his cancer journey and how talking about his experiences has helped him mentally.
Medical Adviser issue 95
Dr Bob Philips,Senior Academic Consultant at The University of York, Consultant Paediatric Oncologist at Leeds Children’s Hospital and CCLG member
Back to basics - Support and advice for emotional health and wellbeing
Dr Amandeep Samrai, Consultant Clinical Psychologist in Paediatric Oncology at Nottingham Children’s Hospital, writes on the impact that a childhood cancer diagnosis can have on emotional health and wellbeing. She offers tips on self-care and coping strategies, and explains where to access support.