


James’ retinoblastoma story
Mum Lesley tells CHECT about James’ journey with retinoblastoma, and what life is like now: James is a happy, healthy and energetic 9-year-old. He loves school, steam trains and eating (lots). In his spare time he attends Cubs (where he has just achieved his Silver...
Lawson’s Retinoblastoma Story: From Rb to Aircraft Technician
As part of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Lawson, who was diagnosed with retinoblastoma (Rb) over fifty years ago, shares his story with us: I’m Lawson Symmonds and live in Caerphilly South Wales. I was brought up in the small village of St Athan in the Vale of...
Eddie’s Wembley Experience
A big thank you to the Free Kicks Foundation for the wonderful opportunity. Mum Diane tells us about Eddie and James’ experiences: “They had a great time. Eddie went with his big brother (he’s 20 and in the Royal Navy so it was lovely for them to have such...