THIS September people across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are being called on to clear out their wardrobes to help more children and young people survive cancer.   

They are being urged to donate any pre-loved quality fashion and homeware to TK Maxx’s Give Up Clothes for Good campaign, in support of Cancer Research UK for Children & Young People. 

Residents can head to Bournemouth’s Quadrant Arcade, Castlepoint shopping centre, Turbary Retail Park and the Meteor Retail Park in Christchurch this Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. 

Across the UK, around 1900 children are diagnosed with the disease every year, but research is making more precious moments possible for more youngsters and their families. 

Cancer Research UK’s scientific breakthroughs have helped to more than double children’s cancer survival in the UK since the 1970s and, today, around eight in 10 will survive for at least 10 years.. 

But there’s still work to be done, Cancer Research UK adds. 

Cancer Research UK spokesperson for the south west Elisa Mitchell 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 nine 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 Dorset can help ensure more young people in the region - and across the UK – can live longer, better lives free from the fear of cancer.” 

People can also show their support by wearing a gold ribbon badge – the awareness symbol of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month – available from Cancer Research UK shops during September.