Alex’s Story
Alex was diagnosed with neuroblastoma in 2010 and sadly passed away in January 2013 when he was five-years-old. Alex’s dad, Ben, shares his story…
George's story
George, aged three, was diagnosed with stage four neuroblastoma in April 2020.
“When George was diagnosed, it really helped to read positive stories so I hope our story helps other families like ours to see it’s not all doom and gloom.” His mum Roxanne shares their story.
Hamish’s Story
Antonya’s son, Hamish, was five years old when he was diagnosed with Stage 4 Neuroblastoma in 1979 and died in December 1981 at the age of seven. Following his death, Antonya, along with other bereaved parents, helped set up the Neuroblastoma Society, now Neuroblastoma UK. Over 40 years on, and now facing her own battle with terminal cancer, Antonya shares Hamish’s story…
Matthew's story
Carolyn is supporting Neuroblastoma UK by taking on the Glasgow Kiltwalk 2024 in memory of her son, Matthew, who sadly passed away in November 2022 at the age of two and a half. She shares Matthew’s story here…
Niamh's story
Niamh, now 25 years old, was diagnosed with neuroblastoma when she was 15.
In 2020, her cancer returned and she is once more undergoing treatment. She’s currently on a research drug trial but is doing well. This is her story.
Ellie’s story
Aurora employee, Jody, nominated Neuroblastoma UK to be one of the company’s charity partners for this year, after sadly losing her six-month-old daughter, Ellie, to neuroblastoma in 2011. Jody shares her story here…
Ari's story
When Ari was diagnosed with neuroblastoma at the age of 13, it came as a huge shock. She had never experienced any symptoms. Now, a year on since her diagnosis - and as part of Teenage And Young Adult Cancer Awareness Month - her mum, Mattea, shares her story…
Grace's story
Grace was diagnosed with neuroblastoma two weeks after her 16th birthday in May 2021. Now 18, she has recently finished treatment and is training to be a paediatric nurse. Grace shares her story to mark Teenage And Young Adult Cancer Awareness Month…
Harper's story
Harper was a year old when she was diagnosed with Stage 4 High Risk Neuroblastoma in April 2023. A year on since her diagnosis, her family are hopeful that, with further treatment, Harper will remain healthy and happy. Harper’s mum, Jenny, shares her story here…