Madison Joyce was 22 years old when diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015. Now 32, she tells us about the challenges she faced with her body image, how she overcame them, and what life looks like now.
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.
Toby Clough was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma as a toddler in 2008, with the effects of his treatment altering the appearance of his eye. Now 19, he describes the challenges he’s faced growing up, and what has helped him.
Research focus: Enhancing CAR T-cell expansion and prolonged persistence for the effective treatment of paediatric medulloblastoma
Chelsey Rowntree, Youth Support Worker at Candlelighters, shares what her work involves, what inspires her, and the difference supporting children and families affected by cancer makes to her every day.
The North Star Cancer Collective is a system-wide movement, bringing together people and organisations to improve cancer care for children, young people and their families. Guided by evidence, the North Star Cancer Collective works across the system – not just within individual organisations – to create a better future.
Join CCLG for an unforgettable guided night walk to Wales' highest peak, timed to reach the summit for sunrise. Participants walk through the darkness with head torches, experience the mountain awakening around them, and celebrate together as the sun rises over Snowdonia.
New cancer treatments take a long time and a lot of money to develop. So, what if we could use existing drugs from other conditions to kill cancer cells?
Calling ALL interested healthcare professionals, especially pharmacists!
This position statement is submitted by the Advanced Clinical Practitioners Special Interest Group (ACP SIG) of CCLG: The Children & Young People’s Cancer Association. It is supported by CCLG and is issued in response to the publication ‘Preventing doctor substitution’ issued 29th January 2026 by the BMA.
