Charlie’s story
25-year-old 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 her waist. But her determination to succeed has seen her go on to achieve incredible things. This summer, she will be representing Team GB, playing basketball in the Paralympic Games in Paris. Charlotte shares her story here…
Lauren's story
Lauren was diagnosed with stage four neuroblastoma in 1983, when she was 16 months old. She was given a 10% chance of survival.
Today she says, ‘It is a privilege to share my story. Like Neuroblastoma UK, I also turn 40 this year and I've reached this milestone thanks to the amazing doctors and science that saved me! I’ve been given the gift of being here - now, as a parent myself, I want to give something back to help others.” Lauren tells her own story.
Evie's story
Evie was diagnosed with stage L2, intermediate risk neuroblastoma in September 2020, when she was 21 months old.
“Evie has been so resilient, happy and amazing throughout her treatment. But we know things could be so different if we hadn’t taken her to the doctors when we did. One year later, she’s doing really well and is a feisty, energetic 2.5 year old.” Evie’s mum Kelly shares their story.
Lily's story
Lily was diagnosed with low-risk neuroblastoma when she was just over one year old.
“By December 2019, Lily was thankfully in remission. We were lucky that she was at an age where she didn’t really know what was going on. We can start to hope for the future and put it all behind us.” Lily’s mum Alex 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.
Evan’s story
Evan was diagnosed with neuroblastoma when he was 16 months old and the tumour was the size of half a football. Evan is now three and half and finished his treatment in November 2019.
“He’s such a happy boy today and you wouldn’t know anything was wrong. He started pre-school in September, loves vehicles and is so easy-going. We know many families who have lost a child to cancer that we feel so lucky to have Evan. He’s been incredible.” Evan’s mum Sarah 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.