Children with Cancer UK

Charlie, a cancer survivor turned marathon runner was diagnosed with cancer in 2017 as an adult. Charlie has been running for Children with Cancer UK since 2018, raising over £10,000 along the way. "Hearing the stats about how cancer affects Black families is incredibly eye-opening. We have come so far in history and it is our right to have access to the best medical care for our children. I am a massive supporter and fundraiser of Children with Cancer UK and all the work that they do. They support me and meeting families at their events makes you realise the importance of their work. They are a charity that supports families from all backgrounds, no matter what their circumstances are. If you are a Black family, need some support, want to learn more about childhood cancer or want to share your story, reach out to them." - Charlie, Children with Cancer UK runner. Thank you so much Charlie for your continued support. If you are a family from a Black background, we would love to hear from you. Get in touch: stories@childrenwithcancer.org.uk.

The leaves are turning golden, and the nights are growing colder. Many businesses have started planning for 2025/26, and discussing their next charity partner or a Charity of the Year nominations, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Environmental, Social, and Governance initiatives (ESG). Does your organisation have a process where colleagues can nominate charities for consideration or vote on charity partnerships? If so, please consider Children with Cancer UK. A partnership with Children with Cancer UK, means that you and your colleagues could directly contribute to improving the lives of children and young people living with cancer. Our work would not be possible without the support of our corporate partners. A partnership with us will benefit your organisation in many other ways. Want to know more? Get in touch with our Corporate team, leave a comment below or send an email to corporate@childrenwithcancer.org.uk Help us achieve our vision of a world where every child and young person survives cancer.

(Pt2) This Black History Month, we will be sharing some hard-hitting facts about cancer in the Black and Asian community. Starting with why Black and Asian people have higher rates of getting and dying from many kinds of cancers, compared to members of other racial and ethnic groups. There are barriers to diagnosis and treatment: • Screening: Lower screening uptake among ethnic minority groups is linked to cancer stigma and often results in delayed diagnoses. • Accessibility: Juggling responsibilities and securing appointments can be challenging for many in these communities. • Data Accuracy: Improvements have been made in identifying ethnicity within Hospital Episode Statistics (HES) data, but issues with completeness and accuracy persist. • Health Education: There is a lack of health education and awareness about cancer and available support services in Black, Asian and Minoritised Ethnic communities. *Source: Cancer Research UK, March 2022 and research done by the Race Equality Foundation, 2024.

📣 Vital research findings pointing to improved treatment for children with Group 3 medulloblastoma brain tumours have been revealed in two major studies published in the journal NeuroOncology on Tuesday 8 October. 👉 Medulloblastoma is among the most common malignant brain tumours of childhood cancer and is responsible for around 5 to 10% of childhood cancer deaths. 💜 Children with Cancer UK, together with Cancer Research UK (CRUK), The Brain Tumour Charity, Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity, Blue Skye Thinking and Little Hero - Brain Tumour Charity funded the two-phase £5 million INSTINCT research programme led by Newcastle University. 📝 Now, findings from the studies could form the foundation of more targeted treatments for many children, leading to improved survival, less severe long-term side effects and improved quality of life. 🔬 Led by Professor Steve Clifford, Director of Newcastle University Centre for Cancer, the INSTINCT research programme set out to identify key genetic defects and find effective targeted approaches to treating Group 3 medulloblastoma. Read more via the link: https://bit.ly/3BucoDN.

We teamed up with Abbott Lyon to surprise some lucky children with personalised pieces from the Abbott Lyon collections. One of the pieces that the children were gifted is the Children with Cancer UK ‘Charms for Charity’ Bracelet. The specially designed bracelet is more than just a stylish accessory; it’s a powerful symbol of hope and solidarity for children facing cancer. It's also part of Abbott Lyon’s new ‘Charms for Charity’ initiative. Children with Cancer UK’s limited-edition bracelet is available to buy via the Abbott Lyon’s website: https://bit.ly/3XVp2TW.

Cancer doesn't differentiate between races. Families from black backgrounds are not as well represented in research. Let's change that starting from today. If you are a family from a black background, we would love to hear from you. Get in touch: stories@childrenwithcancer.org.uk.

🎉 It has been just over 3 weeks since the incredible premiere of Kids Like Us. 🎬 On the night we had the chance to speak to the wonderful cast and hear how they were feeling about seeing the film for the first time. 📣 Tia shares her excitement and explains that "it feels like a dream come true". 🎞️ Watch Kids Like Us on Sky and Now TV. 💜 Read all about our cast via the link: https://bit.ly/3AUn4LE

In support of our charity partner Spread a Smile we are sharing this post on World Smile Day. We hope you find time to smile today and make others around you smile too. Please do share your smiley moments by tagging Spread a Smile and using #WorldSmileDay And if you’d like to help spread smiles to the families they support, please do consider making a donation today. https://bit.ly/3TV68LY Children with Cancer UK will help fund Spread a Smile’s in-person and virtual entertainer visits to seriously ill children and young people with cancer in NHS hospitals.

(Pt1) This Black History Month, we will be sharing some hard-hitting facts about cancer in the Black and Asian community. Starting with: Why Black and Asian people have higher rates of getting and dying from many kinds of cancers, compared to members of other racial and ethnic groups? Cancer Research UK found that Black and Asian individuals generally wait longer for a cancer diagnosis than their White counterparts. It is difficult to understand the causes of this because of: • Poor Data Quality: Data on minority groups is often incomplete or inaccurate, which hampers efforts to understand and address their specific needs. • Negative Care Experiences: Patients from minority communities frequently report more negative experiences with cancer care compared to White patients. • Lack of Cultural Awareness: Health care providers often lack training and understanding of the specific needs of Black and minority ethnic communities. *Source: Cancer Research UK, March 2022 and research done by the Race Equality Foundation, 2024.

Zoë Walters, an Associate Professor at the University of Southampton recieved a fellowship from Children with Cancer UK. Zoe's work from the fellowship has been published in a journal called the Clinical Epigenetics Journal. Zoe's research project looks at the use of new drugs to support the immune system and help treat childhood cancers like rhabdomyosarcomas. Look out for Zoe's Real Stories episode coming soon.