Could Cockle-Chemo be the next cancer cure?

Behind the doors of the laboratories of the University of Salford, extensive research has been taking place as to the effectiveness of sugars from the common cockle (Cerastoderma edule) at treating childhood cancer. 1 in…

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Road-running Richard sets steely sights on Ironman Challenge

A dedicated fundraiser for Kidscan Children’s Cancer Research has been spending the run-up to his birthday a little differently this year – by training for a gruelling Ironman competition.  University of Salford lecturer, Richard Talbot, who turns…

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Grill on New York Street Networking

On the 8th September, our ambassador Colleen Quinn attended a networking event at the Grill on New York Street and shared her experience of childhood cancer with a variety of attendees. The event, is part of a continued…

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Salford City in The Rain

On the 8th of September, as the crowds descended on Salford City Football Ground, torrential rain set in! But not even a storm could stop our volunteers and supporters from raising over £285! The locals joined us in…

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SimplyHealth Great North Run

This year’s Great North Run was a huge success – and we were lucky enough to have 11 great runners take part! On Sunday the 9th September, thousands of runners ascended on Newcastle to take part in one…

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Salford 10k

Sunday 9th September saw thousands of athletes take on the Salford 10k at Media City! Our very own #TeamKidscan members Cerys Hooley, Siobhan Connolly and Emma Pawluk had an amazing day cheering on the runners…

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Kidscan wins Sainsbury’s Charity of the Year!

Kidscan Children’s Cancer Research is absolutely delighted to be the chosen charity of not one, but three Sainsbury’s across Greater Manchester! Back in June we were shortlisted by eight different Sainsbury’s, each one asking its customers…

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Stockport County Collection

#Teamkidscan kicked off Children’s Cancer Awareness month with a bang after a fantastic collection at Stockport County Football Club!     Kidscan were announced as one of six chosen local charities to work in partnership with Stockport…

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Gold Morning Gatley

For caring parents, Tracey and Phil Payton, whose daughter, Emma, was first diagnosed with cancer aged eight, will again be teaming up with Pam Rowley of Best Friends Dog Grooming and Training, and Kidscan Children’s…

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