CAUSES WE SERVE • CHILDHOOD CANCER
Childhood Cancer
Standing with children fighting cancer and the families who fight alongside them.
“No family should face childhood cancer alone.”
That belief drives everything on this page.
WHY IT MATTERS
A Fight Children Can Win
Every year, hundreds of thousands of children worldwide are diagnosed with cancer. With early detection and proper treatment most childhood cancers are curable — yet in developing regions, families face delayed diagnosis, long travel to treatment centres and crushing costs.
Lions worldwide have made childhood cancer a global cause. Our club works to close the gap between a diagnosis and the care a child deserves — with awareness, financial support and simple human presence.
The Reality
- 400,000+ — Children are diagnosed with cancer worldwide every year
- 80%+ — Survival is achievable with timely diagnosis and treatment
- 100% — Of our childhood cancer support goes directly to families
AWARENESS SAVES LIVES
Early Signs Every Parent Should Know
These signs usually have completely ordinary causes — but they always deserve a doctor’s check.
- Continued unexplained fever or weight loss
- An unusual lump or swelling, especially painless
- Easy bruising, bleeding or frequent infections
- Persistent headaches, often with early-morning vomiting
- A white glow in the eye or sudden vision changes
- Ongoing bone or joint pain, or unexplained limping
When in doubt, consult a doctor promptly — early diagnosis dramatically improves outcomes.
STANDING WITH FAMILIES
How We Support
Early Detection Awareness
Educating parents, teachers and health workers to recognise early warning signs.
Family Support
Helping families with travel, nutrition and incidental costs during treatment.
Hospital Visit Programs
Bringing toys, books and cheer to children undergoing treatment at regional hospitals.
Treatment Fundraising
Mobilising donors and Lions grants to support treatment for identified children.
THE CHALLENGE
The Numbers Tell the Story
400,000+
Children are diagnosed with cancer worldwide every year
80%+
Survival is achievable with timely diagnosis and treatment
100%
Of our childhood cancer support goes directly to families
ON HOME GROUND
Childhood Cancer Work in Kilpennathur
Global causes come alive through local hands. Here is what our club does for this cause, right here in our block.
- Awareness sessions in schools and PHCs across Kilpennathur block
- Referral guidance to government schemes and cancer institutes in Chennai and Vellore
- Travel and nutrition support for families in treatment
- Toy and book drives for paediatric wards
- September childhood cancer awareness month campaigns
TRACK RECORD
Programs We've Conducted — Childhood Cancer
Recent activities under this cause. Click through for the full report with photos, venue and outcomes.
Early Detection Awareness
Educating parents, teachers and health workers to recognise early warning signs.
Family Support
Helping families with travel, nutrition and incidental costs during treatment.
Hospital Visit Programs
Bringing toys, books and cheer to children undergoing treatment at regional hospitals.
How You Can Help
Volunteer at our activities, sponsor a project, or simply spread the word — every contribution moves this cause forward.
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