About Cancer
Children's cancer is rare. Children develop different types of cancer than adults but they often have the same types of treatments.
There is information here about several types of children's cancer. There is also information about some children's cancer in the adult cancer sections.
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In the UK around 1,900 children (aged 0 - 14 years) get diagnosed with cancer each year. Find out out the most common types.
Get information about the possible symptoms of cancer and when to see a cancer specialist.
Find out about what to expect when your child is first diagnosed.
We have more detailed information on some of the more common types of children's cancer.
Find out where to get help and support for you, your child, your family and friends.
In the UK, around 2,300 young people are diagnosed with cancer each year. Find out about the most common types of cancer, symptoms to look out for and more.
Last reviewed: 23 Dec 2023
Next review due: 23 Dec 2026
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