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Looking back on 2018

Looking back on 2018

As the year draws to an end, it’s a time when we like to look back and reflect on what we’ve achieved, thanks to your absolutely amazing support.So here are just a few of our many highlights of the year, that have all been made possible because of you. Thank...
CHECT Champs

CHECT Champs

Nearly 10 years ago, in two different parts of the country, two children were diagnosed with retinoblastoma. Their stories bear many similarities – and now the pair have come together to receive a prestigious award in recognition of the courage they have shown during...
Drew-Alexander unveils revamped opticians

Drew-Alexander unveils revamped opticians

Vision Express has unveiled its newly refurbished Hounslow store with help from a special guest – childhood eye cancer survivor Drew-Alexander Wisdom-Murray, who was just 18 months old when he had life-saving surgery to remove his right eye. In August 2012, Shepperton...
CHECT Champions awarded at Twycross Zoo

CHECT Champions awarded at Twycross Zoo

Four deserving people – including our first ever adult – were given CHECT Champion awards during a special ceremony at our members’ day on Sunday. The winners were nominated by friends and family to recognise either the bravery they have shown during their treatment...
Siblings scoop bravery awards

Siblings scoop bravery awards

Three children from the same family have received a prestigious CHECT Champion award in recognition of the courage and bravery they have displayed while one of them battles against retinoblastoma. Laurel Allen, from Falkirk, was diagnosed in May 2015. She was 22...