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Melanie has two sons under two. She also has incurable breast cancer

Melanie Thackery doesn't have a bucket list. Just a plan to enjoy every minute she can with her boys.

ABC News · Dec 17, 2022

Women like Tiana Mangakahia, Jada Whyman, Alana King and Jessica Skinner are making a big impact on and off the field

A promising basketball career interrupted by a breast cancer diagnosis and a teacher-turned-rugby league coach who wanted more for her small community. We shine the spotlight on women making a big impact in sport, on and off the field.

ABC News · Dec 17, 2022

Cancer patient whose operation was axed due to strike will join nurses on picket line

Bethann Siviter had her operation cancelled just 20 minutes before was due to leave for hospital, but the former nurse says she will join the picket line on Tuesday

Daily Mirror · Dec 17, 2022

Health: Research Reveals Origins Of Cancer-Like Condition In Children

The deadly cancer-like condition known as Langerhans' Cell Histiocytosis (LCH) primarily affects youngsters and, in extreme circumstances, can be fatal. In Sweden, the illness affects five to ten kids annually, usually before the age of ten. Read on for details:

Dynamite News · Dec 17, 2022

Paisley boy launches award scheme after gruelling battle with leukaemia

Theo Sloan, aged 5, was told that 99 per cent of his blood was cancerous, however, after a year-long battle with leukaemia the boy from Paisley is now in remission

Glasgow Live · Dec 17, 2022

Early cancer deaths will rise unless NHS pay issues resolved, says charity boss

The Government must resolve the NHS’s workforce crisis and pay issues or it will become “harder and harder” to prevent cancer patients dying early, the chief executive of Cancer Research UK has warned.

Evening Standard · Dec 17, 2022

Miracle Edinburgh schoolgirl with rare genetic disease raises £4,000 to thank hero medics

Quinn Harrison has Beckwith Wiedemann syndrome and battled kidney cancer last year, but mum Samantha is determined to give back despite waiting for major surgery herself.

Edinburgh Live · Dec 17, 2022

Belfast social worker recognised for vital work supporting NI families living with cancer

Simon Darby received an MBE from King Charles at Windsor Castle this week for services to teenagers and young adults with cancer

Belfast Live · Dec 17, 2022

Amateur MMA fighter's eight week training for one night showdown

"I won't say it's been easy. It's been really challenging, but it's all for a great cause"

Liverpool Echo · Dec 17, 2022

Research Reveals Origins Of Cancer-Like Condition In Children

The deadly cancer-like condition known as Langerhans' Cell Histiocytosis (LCH) primarily affects youngsters and, in extreme circumstances, can be fatal. In Sweden, the illness affects five to ten kids annually, usually before the age of ten. Read on for details:

Dynamite News · Dec 17, 2022