Teenage Cancer Trust anniversary marked with supplements
These dedicated supplements are part of Newsquest's ongoing commitment to highlighting vital charitable causes and supporting the communities it serves.
They will provide a unique platform to commemorate Teenage Cancer Trust's significant milestone and raise awareness for their invaluable work.
Teenage Cancer Trust has been dedicated to improving the lives of young people with cancer for 35 years. From building specialist units in NHS hospitals to providing expert nursing care and support, the charity ensures that young people don't face cancer alone.
Amy Harding, Director of Services, Teenage Cancer Trust, said: "For 35 years, Teenage Cancer Trust has been at the forefront of ensuring young people diagnosed with cancer receive the best possible care and support. We are thrilled that Newsquest is joining us to mark this significant anniversary with these special supplements.
"This collaboration will help us reach millions of readers across the UK, raising crucial awareness for the unique needs of young people with cancer and inspiring more people to support our vital mission. Every contribution helps us ensure no young person faces cancer alone."
The supplements, to be published in August, will feature a moving first-person piece from the charity's long-term Honorary Patron Sir Roger Daltrey CBE, inspiring stories from young people supported by the charity, highlights from its 35-year history, and information on how readers can get involved and support Teenage Cancer Trust's mission.
Dawn Sweeney, Business Development Director, Newsquest, said: "We are incredibly proud to partner with Teenage Cancer Trust to celebrate their 35th anniversary. Their dedication to supporting young people with cancer is truly inspiring, and we are honoured to use our platforms to amplify their message.
"These supplements will not only celebrate a remarkable milestone but also provide our readers with powerful insights into the unique challenges young people with cancer face and how Teenage Cancer Trust makes a profound difference to their lives. We hope our readers will be moved to support this vital work."
Teenage Cancer Trust was founded in 1990 and is the only UK charity dedicated to providing specialist nursing care and support for 13–24-year-olds with cancer.
Newsquest publishes over 200 titles across the UK and has a monthly digital audience of over 50 million users. Many of its local titles are read, online and in print, by more than 75% of the local population.
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