About Cancer
The photo above is of Jasper. Jasper was diagnosed with a brain tumour aged 5.
This section includes general information about children’s cancers, and details on several specific types. If you can’t find the type you’re looking for here, there is also information about some children’s cancers in the adult cancer sections.
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They can be very similar to those of other childhood illnesses. It is important to go to your child's GP if you're worried.
The most common types of children's cancers are acute leukaemias (a type of blood cancer) and cancers of the brain and spinal cord. Get information on cancers affecting children aged 0-14 years old.
We don't know what causes or how to prevent most children's cancers. There are some factors that can increase the risk of cancer in children.
Get information and support to help you cope when your child has just been diagnosed with cancer.
We have more detailed information on some types of children's cancer.
There is lots of help and support available for children, their parents, siblings and other family members.
Last reviewed: 19 Aug 2024
Next review due: 19 Aug 2027
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