2023 June

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28 Jun: NAHPS Conference 2023

We attended the 48th National Association of Health Play Specialists Annual Conference 2023 Here’s what we learnt: Chemo Duck is loved and well known by UK Health Play Specialists Chemo Duck is used every single day by Health Play Specialists in hospital Huggable Hope is loved by siblings and is a great support tool The duck outfits bring so much…

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14 Jun: Leeds Ladies Lunch 2024 – save the date!

On Wednesday 17 May, Leeds Ladies Lunch took place at Fléur Restaurant and Bar. Sponsored by Marshall Wooldridge Insurance Brokers. Guests arrived to a welcome drink, relaxed time to browse and shop the stalls from some of Leeds best small independent businesses including clothing & accessories, plants, jewellery, candles and diffusers. Kiehl’s from Victoria Quarter Leeds offered complimentary mini hand…

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12 Jun: When Mollie met Chemo Duck…

“Mollie hates her trips to day clinic (we’re 5 weeks in since her diagnosis) and normally cries or shouts no matter how long we are there for. Our last visit started off the same, however when she was given her Chemo Duck and the port, cuff and syringes were explained to her and she could have a play she cheered…

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07 Jun: Raffle for Duck Day!

“My son received a Chemo Duck when he was treated for his brain tumour in hospital. This was 2 years ago, and his Chemo Duck has never left his side since and has been washed 25 times!” – Sonja, mum In honour of her son and in support of Duck Day 2023, Sonja organised a fabulous raffle! She asked her…