This September, Lancastrians are being urged to declutter their closets to improve children’s cancer survival rates.
The plea comes as part of the ‘Give Up Clothes for Good’ campaign run by TK Maxx in association with Cancer Research UK for Children & Young People.
Every year, approximately 1,900 children across Britain are diagnosed with cancer.
While survival rates have more than doubled since the 70s, meaning eight out of 10 survive for at least a decade, there’s still room for improvements.
The Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital, along with various centres across the country, is currently exploring innovative treatments through clinical trials under the guidance of Cancer Research UK’s Children's Cancer Trials Team.
Cancer Research UK’s North West spokesperson, Jemma Humphreys, said: "Cancer is different in children and young people from the types of cancer that affect this age group to the long-term effects of treatment, such as hearing loss and infertility.
"So, it needs different and dedicated research which campaigns like Give Up Clothes for Good help to fund.
“Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, we are beating cancer. Step by step, day by day.
"More than 9 in 10 children and young people with cancer who receive cancer drugs on the NHS receive a drug linked to Cancer Research UK’s work. And our scientists are unlocking discoveries about these cancers and translating them into new and less toxic ways to treat them.
“But, despite huge progress, too many young lives are still lost to this devastating disease. By donating any quality clothes or goods to their local TK Maxx store, people across Lancashire can help ensure more young people in the region - and across the UK – can live longer, better lives free from the fear of cancer.”
The brand particularly backs the Cancer Research UK Children’s Brain Tumour Centre of Excellence.
Donations can be made to any TK Maxx store throughout the year.
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