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Member of the Month September 2024

Member of the Month September 2024

Our Member of the Month this month is Grace Wilson.

In early July of this year, at just 10 months old, Grace was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia. Since then, her treatment journey has been intense and challenging. She has undergone multiple rounds of chemotherapy, bone marrow aspirates, and lumbar punctures, and recently began immunotherapy. Despite the rigorous treatment plan, Grace is responding remarkably well, and her family is incredibly proud of her strength and resilience...
Member of the Month August 2024

Member of the Month August 2024

Our Member of the Month this month is Sophia Osborne.

Sophia arrived 15 weeks earlier than expected because of a severe case of pre-eclampsia. At just six weeks old, she faced a life-threatening infection called Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC). As a result of this infection, Sophia had to undergo surgery to remove 75% of her lower intestine and now relies on a pump for her nutrition...
Member of the Month July 2024

Member of the Month July 2024

Our Member of the Month this month is Ivy-Rose Peach.

In October 2023, Ivy-Rose received a diagnosis of B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. Given her status as a high-risk patient due to having Down Syndrome, she was transferred to Bristol Children's Hospital, where she remained for eight months...


Member of the Month June 2024

Member of the Month June 2024

In 2020, Cohen was diagnosed with stage 4 alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma at the age of four. The onset of the COVID-19 lockdown coincided with the beginning of his treatment, necessitating immediate isolation and the commencement of intense chemotherapy.
Member of the Month May 2024

Member of the Month May 2024

Daisy, a typical teenager with a sassy, fiery, and spirited personality, faced an unexpected and daunting challenge in October 2023. Initially experiencing severe headaches and vomiting, it quickly became evident that something was seriously wrong. The subsequent medical tests revealed the scary news: Daisy had a brain tumour. Despite the overwhelming diagnosis, she approached the situation with remarkable bravery and resilience. She underwent brain surgery, and her amazing recovery showcased her fighting spirit. However, her journey took another devastating turn when she learned that the tumour was cancerous.
Member of the Month April 2024

Member of the Month April 2024

At the end of January 2024, Ethan attended a routine Specsavers appointment on a Saturday. During the appointment, swelling on his retinas was noticed, prompting a referral to the hospital for further scans on Monday.