Childhood Cancer Awareness Month takes place every September to raise awareness of childhood cancers and support affected children and families in the UK. The internationally recognised symbol for childhood cancer is a gold ribbon.
Childhood cancers differ from adult cancers, with the most common types being leukaemia and cancers of the brain and spinal cord.
Watch for unusual signs in your child and report them to a doctor, including:
- Unexplained lumps or swelling
- Persistent abdominal pain or swelling
- Aches and pains, especially in bones, which may be worse at night
- Frequent or unexplained bruising or a rash of small red spots
- Unusual tiredness or paleness
- Frequent infections or fevers
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