var _tracker = _gat._getTracker(“UA-370321-1″); A group of former patients reflect on their time with cancer, covering a wide range of issues, including religion, fertility, family and returning back to normality once treatment is over. Now being able to look back on various moments during their journeys, many of the teenagers agree having cancer has changed [...]

var _tracker = _gat._getTracker(“UA-370321-1″); Here we meet a father and son duo that share their story and experiences of living with cancer. Diagnosed with Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma on the 23 December 2009, James describes the process of being treated and how much of a difference it made to be around teenagers he had a [...]

var _tracker = _gat._getTracker(“UA-370321-1″); This film explores the importance of the new TCT units in the treatment and recovery of teenagers, with former and current patients providing their experiences of their time in hospital and the difference these vital units can make. By creating a “home from home” environment for young people being treated, they [...]

var _tracker = _gat._getTracker(“UA-370321-1″); Established in May 1990, this film follows the work of CanTeen Ireland- a specialist teenage support group bringing teenagers affected by cancer together through a series of organised recreational trips and activities. Recognising the needs of young people post treatment and the isolation that can be felt after such a monumental [...]

var _tracker = _gat._getTracker(“UA-370321-1″); Another look at a brand new shiny TCT unit, this time it’s Edinburgh’s turn and it’s looking good! Designed as a space for teenagers to escape to, so they can experience normal teenage activities as well as a chance to socialise with fellow patients, Edinburgh’s space has all the usual and [...]

var _tracker = _gat._getTracker(“UA-370321-1″); In this highly informative film by Tom McNab in Leeds, we learn about the pivotal role of a Youth Support Co-Ordinator on the teenage ward, gaining information on how their vital work contributes greatly to the positive and social atmosphere of the unit. Providing normality, friendship and a host of exciting [...]

var _tracker = _gat._getTracker(“UA-370321-1″); Prince Aidoo looks right at home on the stage as he talks us through his journey, accompanied by his close friend Anthony. Diagnosed with Leukaemia at age 14, Prince explains, in his own unique way, how the simple things in life kept him going, all playing a key role in how [...]

var _tracker = _gat._getTracker(“UA-370321-1″); In the second of Nick’s films, we hear how, despite having his life turned upside down by treatment, he has tried to keep things as normal as possible, even managing a pint after his first chemo session! Soon realising a lifestyle change was needed however, Nick talks about how, as a [...]

var _tracker = _gat._getTracker(“UA-370321-1″); In this honest and emotional portrayal of how watching a sibling go through cancer treatment can harbour all sorts of powerful thoughts and emotions, Tom describes, through the process of writing down his hopes and fears in a letter, how seeing his brother George being diagnosed for the third time has [...]

var _tracker = _gat._getTracker(“UA-370321-1″); It’s a momentous occasion as Josephine has her last ever week in hospital and leaves the dreaded drip behind for good! The princess theme continues as a fabulous trip to Disneyland Paris, as organised by Dreams Come True, sees the family having a wonderful time away from hospital at last. There’s [...]

var _tracker = _gat._getTracker(“UA-370321-1″); In Bonnie’s latest video diary, we get an update on how treatment is going and she explains how she is trying to keep busy doing, in her words, “normal stuff” between chemotherapy. It’s all fun and games as she shows off her road skills on a night out with fellow cancer [...]

var _tracker = _gat._getTracker(“UA-370321-1″); First diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in September 2003, after a series of unresolved trips to the doctors, this is the story of Katie Knight and how, as a family they have overcome her experience with cancer and an unexpected relapse two years later. As well as being a light hearted and [...]