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Part of the official UCLH Charity, transforming cancer care for patients, families and staff. Funding staff training, research and advanced equipment at UCLH.

26/01/2026

Thank you John, and your fellow members of Cheshunt Golf Club! 🏌

John got in touch with us last year with the news that he had been elected to Captain at the golf club, and had chosen the Cancer Fund as their new charity of the year, following his treatment for cancer here at UCLH - University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Having hosted a series of events throughout the year, they have raised an incredible £2,000 to support people with cancer at the hospital, and the staff who care for them - thank you so much to everyone involved, we couldn't do it without you!

23/01/2026

UCLH has recruited the first participant to a new study testing an investigational combination of therapies in patients with advanced lung cancer.

The global study, known as BNT324-01 and sponsored by BioNTech SE, is testing the investigational drugs BNT324 and BNT327 in patients with advanced lung cancer. BNT324, is a ‘targeted chemotherapy’ designed to target a protein called B7-H3, which is found in large amounts in many cancer cells and deliver the chemotherapy directly to the cancer. The other drug, BNT327, is a form of immunotherapy, designed to block particular proteins which play a role in immune control and the formation of blood vessels that can feed cancer cells.

UCLH medical oncologist Martin Forster (pictured), who is the UK Chief Investigator on the trial, said: “Despite recent improvements in treatment, the proportion of patients with advanced lung disease living beyond two years in still far too low and we are in desperate need of new drugs to improve outcomes for our patients. Both of these investigational drugs are very innovative, and we hope they can be safely given together. As they work against the cancer in different ways, we hope they will complement each other and have a much bigger anti-cancer effect when combined.”

Find out more: https://www.uclh.nhs.uk/news/new-combination-therapy-trial-lung-cancer-open-recruitment

21/01/2026

is the 19th - 25th January 2026

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This is why it's important to have the cervical cancer vaccine, which prevents 9 out of 10 cervical cancers. Plus, take up your invitation for cervical screening when invited, even if you've already had your vaccine, so that any changes can be spotted early.

For more information, visit https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cervical-screening/ or search 'NHS Cervical Screening'

15/01/2026

Busy setting goals for the New Year?

So are the brilliant oncology staff at , and we'll be here to support them in their professional development. We fund training courses, qualifications, and further education, so that treatment at UCLH is at the forefront of cancer care.

30/12/2025

Christmas is over and the presents are done, but you can still give a gift that makes a difference.

Help us create a kinder, more welcoming radiotherapy space for children at

🎁 £25 could provide new art materials and toys to provide distraction for children during treatment.

🎁 £50 could help transform the recovery room into a calmer, less clinical looking space to ease anxiety as children recover from anaesthesia.

🎁 £100 could fund sensory equipment and consoles for the playroom.

https://www.uclhcancerfund.org.uk/appeals/childrens-cancer

25/12/2025

From all of us at UCLH Cancer Fund, we wish you a peaceful Christmas and New Year 💜

Our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has supported us - your generosity, kindness and dedication help us make a real difference for people affected by cancer, and for the staff who care for them

24/12/2025

Another fantastic bake sale by Ward T13 team, raising over £900 to support people with cancer at 🍰

A huge thank you to everyone involved in organising such a wonderful event! Not only did it raise vital funds for the hospital, but it also brought joy to patients and staff

19/12/2025

Why does hospital environment matter?

Research shows that hospital environments have a direct impact on recovery and wellbeing. Children who feel calmer, less anxious, and more at ease are able to cope better with treatment. Creating child-friendly, welcoming spaces is essential to helping reduce stress, ease fear, and even improve medical outcomes, even reducing the need for general anaesthetic in some cases.

The first picture here shows the current radiotherapy play room - it's cluttered and lacks appropriate storage. The rest of the unit is described by patients as families as stark and clinical.

The second image shows the UCLH Proton Beam Therapy department - a much more welcoming, child-friendly space, which helps children having treatment feel safe and calm before treatment.

Support our appeal to provide a similar environment in the radiotherapy unit, and improve patient care at UCLH for years to come.

Learn more:
https://www.uclhcancerfund.org.uk/appeals/childrens-cancer

13/12/2025

What is radiotherapy like for a child having treatment?

Imagine being a child arriving at hospital for radiotherapy. You enter the hospital unit which is underground, with no windows or natural light. You are surrounded by large, unfamiliar machines and you need to lie still for extended periods of time, sometimes with a mask over your face, or even under general anaesthetic. You have appointments Monday to Friday, every day with each appointment taking an average of 3-4 hours for up to six weeks. This means you are away from your family, your friends and your home.

Specialists do everything they can to support children through play therapy, reassurance and distraction - but the environment itself is stark, clinical and, in many places, should be more child-friendly.

Parents and staff tell us they wish it could be a warm and reassuring place, but NHS resources can’t stretch to refurbishments.

Help us to make the radiotherapy unit a more welcoming and calmer space - support our appeal today.

https://www.uclhcancerfund.org.uk/appeals/childrens-cancer

11/12/2025

We need your help to make vital upgrades to the children's radiotherapy department at UCLH - University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Children having radiotherapy treatment spend long weeks at the hospital, where they receive world-class care, but are met with an outdated radiotherapy unit, in desperate need of updates.

Help us to create a child-friendly, welcoming environment, to reduce stress and anxiety for our young patients, and give them the space to cope better with treatment.

Find out more online at: https://www.uclhcancerfund.org.uk/appeals/childrens-cancer

09/12/2025

A huge thank you to the wonderful team at MBs Light Foundation- and to everyone who has supported your gift drive this Christmas 💜

Your donation will make a real difference to children spending time in hospital, and to their families. A hospital stay can be especially emotional over the holidays, and a thoughtful gift can bring a moment of comfort and joy when it’s needed most.

For the children, it adds a touch of normality and gives them something that isn’t centred around treatment. And for families, it’s a small but meaningful reminder that they’re not facing this journey alone.

03/12/2025

Fantastic work, Team Santa!! 🎅

Our first group of festive fundraisers took on Santa in the City last night, supporting ward T13 at UCLH - University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, where they make a real difference every day 💜

Thank you all for being a part of our jolliest event of the year!

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UCLH Macmillan Cancer Centre, Huntley Street

WC1E 6AG

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Monday	09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 17:00
Thursday	09:00 - 17:00
Friday	09:00 - 17:00

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+447977191780

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https://www.uclhcancerfund.org.uk/

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