Georgia's story
“Our beautiful daughter Georgia was born in May 2004 - she should be celebrating her 18th birthday this month.
But in October 2016, at the age of 12, our wonderful, happy child passed away after being diagnosed with neuroblastoma. We set up Georgia’s Fund to help fund research into neuroblastoma, and have raised more than £200,000 so far.” Georgia’s dad Richard shares her story.
Lily's story
Lily was diagnosed with stage four, intermediate risk neuroblastoma as a baby.
“Because of her treatment, Lily now has tinnitus and ankle-tightness. She needs to do regular exercises and wear in-soles but she never moans and always gets on with things. Even when she’s in pain, she never complains or gives up. Now at 11 years old, she loves to run, trains every week and wants to be the next Jessica Ennis!” Lily’s mum Angela tells their story.
Pippa's story
Five year old Pippa was diagnosed with intermediate risk neuroblastoma in 2018.
In August 2022, her mum Elisse is taking on the Royal Parks Challenge - trekking 45km, through all 10 of London's Royal Parks, in just one day. Elisse shares their story and tells us why they support Neuroblastoma UK.
Sayra's story
Sayra recently joined Neuroblastoma UK as one of our first Volunteer Charity Ambassadors.
She had stage 4s neuroblastoma as a baby and in February 2022, celebrated qualifying as a solicitor. Now 26, Sayra shares her story.
Becky's story
Becky was diagnosed with neuroblastoma 50 years ago in 1972. She was 18 months old and was given a one per cent chance of survival.
Thanks to a clinical trial, she is able to share her story today and give families hope for the future.
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.