var _tracker = _gat._getTracker(“UA-370321-1″); In part three of Stefan’s diary, he explains how having cancer completely put his life on hold, as well as the rest of his family, who all made sure they spent as much time with Stefan as possible. Talking about the benefits of the teenage unit and how it made a [...]

var _tracker = _gat._getTracker(“UA-370321-1″); Here we are introduced to not one, but two teenagers being treated at UCLH, both close in age, but both in very different situations. First up is Jade Amanda Tyler, who in September of this year was diagnosed with Ewing’s Sarcoma and is currently awaiting an important operation to remove her [...]

var _tracker = _gat._getTracker(“UA-370321-1″); Talking to Professor Walker about his decision not to go through with the suggested operation highly recommended by his doctors and surgeons, Joe explains why he made the choice not to go with the majority opinion and look closer at the factors that were important to him. Analysing the best option, [...]

var _tracker = _gat._getTracker(“UA-370321-1″); It’s a rare and wonderful musical treat as the one and only Franz Ferdinand take a visit to Newcastle to perform live on the ward, playing a selection of their best known and well loved songs. From “The Dark of the Matinee” to “No You Girls”, the group fail to disappoint, [...]

var _tracker = _gat._getTracker(“UA-370321-1″); Here we meet nineteen year old Steph Hayter, who was recently diagnosed with Leukemia. After a successful first year at University and an exciting and care free summer holiday, Steph began to experience a series of hip pains, leading to a series of tests and biopsies, and eventually her diagnosis of [...]

var _tracker = _gat._getTracker(“UA-370321-1″); Part 2 of Shannon’s blog sees her move to a new ward and of course, a tour around is essential! As she receives her treatment, Shannon talks us through her daily happenings, including lots of DVD watching, Sims playing and bacon roll consumption! It’s Disney mania as Shannon receives enough freebies [...]

var _tracker = _gat._getTracker(“UA-370321-1″); A variety of Edinburgh’s teenagers contribute their experiences of being treated on a children’s ward, with the general consensus being that excess noise is the worst point of the process. Stressing the importance of providing private, well facilitated and age appropriate wards for teenagers, everyone is in agreement about how vital [...]

var _tracker = _gat._getTracker(“UA-370321-1″); A tour around Ward 35 in Bristol, where there’s plenty going on! We get a look at the various facilities the ward has to offer, including a peek at the very lovely garden…but only from the inside, as seagulls have decided to set up home and spoil the tranquil atmosphere! Awaiting [...]

var _tracker = _gat._getTracker(“UA-370321-1″); Tick tock, tick tock….when you’re bored in the waiting room and have only a couple of chums for company, telling ghost stories may seem like a good idea…not for these three friends though, when they unleash a horrifying chain of horrifyingly horrific events! From zombified mummies to celery fearing doctors, M3 [...]

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″); Watch as Cardiff become the latest region to unveil their brand new Teenage Cancer Trust Unit, a vital addition in the bid to aid teenagers and young adults throughout their cancer treatment. With a strong emphasis on social interaction, encouraging patients to mix with other people of a similar age and [...]

var _tracker = _gat._getTracker(“UA-370321-1″); It’s time for another sneaky peek at a brand new shiny ward as Leeds unveil their state of the art teenage unit, complete with a host of nifty features and stylish décor. From day case treatment units and therapy rooms to fun themed bathroom quarters, the new ward has just about [...]