Publications directory

Childhood acute myeloid leukaemia (AML). A guide for parents (April 2018)

Leukaemia Care

Being told that your child has acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) can be a shock and very upsetting, particularly when you may never have heard of the disease. This booklet describes childhood AML, what causes it, who it affects, how it affects your child’s body, what symptoms to expect and likely treatments. It also covers everyday life and childhood AML and talking about childhood AML. Includes a glossary of terms and details of useful contacts and further support. 

Head Smart. Early diagnosis of brain tumours (2018)

The Brain Tumour Charity

Leaflet with information about the common symptoms of brain tumours in children and young people and what to do if a child is experiencing any of the symptoms. It also has information about the Headsmart campaign and details of further support.

In our own words. Parents talk about life after their child has died of cancer (January 2018)

CLIC Sargent

This booklet has been written for families whose children have cancer. It includes sections on the circles of grief, changes in grief over time, how relationships are affected, the dual process model of coping with grief, remembering your child, spirituality, and dealing with other people's responses. The text is interspersed with quotes from people whose child has died.

What now? A practical guide for parents and carers (February 2018)

CLIC Sargent

A booklet for parents of children diagnosed with cancer.

Understanding womb (endometrial) cancer (July 2018)

Macmillan Cancer Support

This booklet is about a type of womb cancer called endometrial cancer. It is for anyone who has been diagnosed with this type of cancer. There is also information for carers, family members and friends. The booklet explains how these cancers are diagnosed and treated. It gives information about coping during and after treatment.

Childhood brain tumours (February 2018)

The Brain Tumour Charity

This factsheet briefly describes brain tumours in children, the risk factors, diagnosis, treatment options and long-term side effects. It also describes the different types of brain tumours in children.

Understanding cancer of the ovary, fallopian tube and peritoneum (July 2018)

Macmillan Cancer Support

This booklet is about cancer of the ovary, fallopian tube and peritoneum. It is for anyone who has been diagnosed with one of these types of cancer. There is also information for carers, family members and friends. The booklet explains the signs and symptoms of these cancers, and  how they are diagnosed and treated. It also has information about emotional, practical and financial issues. <!-- ?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" ? -->

The cancer guide for young people. What to expect when you're affected by cancer (February 2018)

Macmillan Cancer Support

A booklet for young people aged 12-25 years. It aims to help answer some of their questions and to provide tips and guidance. It explains what cancer is and how it can be treated. It also gives practical tips about coping with treatment, relationships and sorting out practical things like school, university, work, and money.

Echo's sister (2018)

HarperCollins

Twelve-year-old El has planned on making her first week at a new school fantastic. She won’t go by her given name, Laughter. She’ll sit in the back of the classroom where she can make new friends. She won’t even have time to think about all the fun her old friends are having without her. Everything will be great. But when her dad picks her up after school and tells her that her younger sister, Echo, has a life-threatening illness, her world is suddenly turned upside down. And with her parents now pressed for time and money, El feels lost and powerless. Then she befriends Octavius, the only other kid in school who gets what she’s going through. As El begins to adjust to her new life, she soon finds that maybe a little hope and a lot of love can overcome any obstacle. (Publishers)

Understanding neutropaenia. A colouring book (November 2018)

This illustrated booklet is designed to help children and their parents understand the management of chemotherapy induced neutropaenia. Available only as an interactive book on iTunes and Amazon Kindle, or as a PDF download. Every purchase includes free access to a black-and-white version for children to colour in.