Matthew's story
Carolyn is supporting Neuroblastoma UK by taking on the Glasgow Kiltwalk 2024 in memory of her son, Matthew, who sadly passed away in November 2022 at the age of two and a half. She shares Matthew’s story here…
Niamh's story
Niamh, now 25 years old, was diagnosed with neuroblastoma when she was 15.
In 2020, her cancer returned and she is once more undergoing treatment. She’s currently on a research drug trial but is doing well. This is her story.
Ellie’s story
Aurora employee, Jody, nominated Neuroblastoma UK to be one of the company’s charity partners for this year, after sadly losing her six-month-old daughter, Ellie, to neuroblastoma in 2011. Jody shares her story here…
Ari's story
When Ari was diagnosed with neuroblastoma at the age of 13, it came as a huge shock. She had never experienced any symptoms. Now, a year on since her diagnosis - and as part of Teenage And Young Adult Cancer Awareness Month - her mum, Mattea, shares her story…
Grace's story
Grace was diagnosed with neuroblastoma two weeks after her 16th birthday in May 2021. Now 18, she has recently finished treatment and is training to be a paediatric nurse. Grace shares her story to mark Teenage And Young Adult Cancer Awareness Month…
Harper's story
Harper was a year old when she was diagnosed with Stage 4 High Risk Neuroblastoma in April 2023. A year on since her diagnosis, her family are hopeful that, with further treatment, Harper will remain healthy and happy. Harper’s mum, Jenny, shares her story here…
World Cancer Day: Spencer's Story
On this important day, we would like to share with you a story about a beautiful little boy, Spencer, who sadly passed away in 2007 from neuroblastoma. Spencer’s mum, Amanda, has kindly shared this story to help raise awareness about the drastic need for new, more effective and less punishing treatments for neuroblastoma.
Alex's story
Hayley has kindly shared a heart-warming story about her son, Alex, who was diagnosed with neuroblastoma at the age of two. Alex’s story demonstrates just how important treatments and research can be for the lives of children with neuroblastoma and their families.
Cara's story
After experiencing a lack of appetite, temperatures, lethargy, sickness and numerous trips to the GP, Cara was diagnosed with neuroblastoma.
Despite 19 months of treatment, Cara relapsed three months after completing front-line treatment. She was just three years old when she passed away in February 2020.
Isobel, Cara’s mummy, shares their story to help other parents spot the signs of this cancer earlier.