Becky's story
Becky was diagnosed with neuroblastoma 50 years ago in 1972. She was 18 months old and was given a one per cent chance of survival.
Thanks to a clinical trial, she is able to share her story today and give families hope for the future.
Charlie’s story
Charlotte was diagnosed with stage 4 neuroblastoma when she was just 12 weeks old. The tumour was wrapped around her spine, crushing the nerves and causing permanent paralysis below the waist. But Charlotte’s determination to succeed has seen her go on to achieve incredible things.
Today, Charlie represents Team GB in basketball and has won medals in the 2018 World Championships and several European Championships and has a degree in Human Biology. This is her inspiring story.
Bethany's story
Just weeks before her 2nd birthday, Beth was diagnosed with stage four high risk neuroblastoma.
But two years after her initial diagnosis and being clear of her cancer for six months, Beth relapsed twice. On Christmas Eve 2019, Beth quietly passed away. She was five years old.
Jill, Beth’s mummy shares their story.
Teddy's story
Teddy was diagnosed with stage 4 high-risk neuroblastoma in April 2018 when he was 16 months old.
“We didn’t think he’d make it to his second birthday but Teddy turns 4 just before Christmas and is healthy, happy and raring to explore our new home.” Emma, Teddy’s mum shares their story.
Rupert's story
After losing his appetite and doctors initially thinking he had appendicitis, three year old Rupert was diagnosed with stage 4 high-risk neuroblastoma in November 2019. His mum Alice shares their story.
Elara’s story
Two year old Elara spent Christmas 2019 in hospital, after being diagnosed with neuroblastoma on 13 December 2019. She had an 11cm mass in her tummy and needed treatment straight away.
“It will be a huge celebration to have Elara at home this Christmas and I am so grateful she’s responding well to treatment. This is our story.”
Eva's story
“In February 2016, Eva was diagnosed with Stage 4 neuroblastoma and our life totally changed. She was sadly taken from us in May 2017 aged just seven years old, but her courage, strength and humour were incredible throughout all her treatment.”
Eva’s mum Lauri shares their story.
Florence's story
“Our beautiful daughter Florence was diagnosed with neuroblastoma in December 2015. On 11 February 2017, Florence passed away peacefully with her family around her. She was two and half years old. “ Florence’s mum Carolyn shares their story.