1984 In 1984 Janet and Pelham Allen’s then two-year old son David was diagnosed with retinoblastoma. During this time Janet and Pelham set up the David Allen Retinoblastoma Appeal to fund research into retinoblastoma and raised an incredible £250,000. 1986 in...
This year, an inspiring team of runners is taking on the iconic TCS London Marathon in support of the Childhood Eye Cancer Trust (CHECT). These dedicated individuals—whether seasoned marathoners or first-time challengers—are lacing up their running shoes to raise...
A dad from London is urging other parents to look out for the tell-tale signs of eye cancer this Rare Disease Day after his two-year-old daughter, Shuhd, was diagnosed with retinoblastoma, a rare eye cancer that typically affects children under the age of...
We spoke to Courtney Banfield, the author behind ‘Retinoblastoma and Me’. Can you tell us what your book is about and called? The book is called ‘Retinoblastoma and Me’ and is based on Junior who was diagnosed with retinoblastoma in September...
Eleven-year-old Neng, who had retinoblastoma, has written a book review for CHECT. My Book Review Title: The Last Bear Author: Hannah Gold The writer presents April, the main character, as kind and fearless when she attempts to free the last remaining polar bear from...
