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Ted Lasso’s PHIL DUNSTER leads a star-studded evening of entertainment in aid of Young Lives vs Cancer
Young Lives vs Cancer’s new strategy sets out a vision for a better future for children and young people with cancer
Young Lives vs Cancer has today (Tuesday 17 September) published its ambitious strategy The time is now, which will guide the charity as it works towards the North Star vision.
Young Lives vs Cancer responds to Lord Darzi’s report into the NHS in England
“We are very clear – children and young people with cancer must be prioritised by all parts of the UK Government, and they deserve nothing less." - Rachel Kirby-Rider, Chief Executive at Young Lives vs Cancer
“Cancer made me feel isolated and lonely.” Children with cancer not receiving enough support for their mental wellbeing
This Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Young Lives vs Cancer is sharing the devastating impact childhood cancer is having on the wellbeing of children diagnosed.
The Care Bears™ head to London this Share Your Care Day in support of Young Lives vs Cancer
Share Your Care Day is celebrated annually on 9 September to encourage sharing and caring around the world. This year, Care Bears fans can share their care by meeting Cheer Bear at the HMV store on Oxford Street, London and donating to Young Lives vs Cancer.
Young Lives vs Cancer responds to latest National Cancer Patient Experience Survey results
Young Lives vs Cancer responds to the UK Government’s Health and Disability Green Paper Consultation
The UK Government Department of Work and Pensions held a consultation between April and July 2024 on the “Modernising support for independent living: the health and disability green paper”. Young Lives vs Cancer submitted a response, which you can read here.
Young people with cancer and families alongside 22 national cancer charities sign letter to new Prime Minister – over 1,450 people have signed in support
22 national cancer charities are joined by over 1,450 people in signing a letter asking for new Government to make sure children and young people with cancer get better support
