Dr Nicola O'Donnell is a health psychologist and a researcher at the University of York. Here, she tells us about her research into the impact of retinoblastoma treatment on survivors’ body image and how her team is taking it forward to help those treated for other childhood cancers.
Michael Omotayo was diagnosed with retinoblastoma, when he was two years old in 1995. Now 32, he tells us about his journey from a young child with cancer to becoming a personal trainer and sports performance coach, including the challenges he’s faced and how he’s overcome them.
Nicky Levent’s son, Sam, was diagnosed with retinoblastoma when he was 18 months old. She explains what it means to her family to raise funds for charities and awareness of childhood cancer, and how it’s helped them.
Kay Lewis’ daughter, Maisy, was diagnosed with retinoblastoma in both eyes when she was nine months old. Kay explains what helped them after treatment, and how Maisy continues to inspire her.
Will Jubb was two years old when diagnosed with eye cancer in 1999. Now 26, he tells us about the challenges he overcame to become a professional rugby player and how he hopes that he can inspire others.
