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Ulster Rugby Stars Visit the Children’s Cancer Unit

Earlier this week, we had a some special visitors to the Unit!

A huge thanks to John Cooney, Matty Rea, Jonny McPhillips & Kyle McCall from Ulster Rugby for calling in to see some of our young patients and bringing with them some early Halloween treats, as well as gear for a very special fan! 

The players were given a guided tour of the Haematology & Oncology Ward and our Outpatients Clinic by Play Specialist, Francine McDonald. They met with patients and their families, hearing their stories and experiences at the Unit. 

Visits like these can really help put smiles on the faces of our families and our CCU team. 

A group of six people stands together in a room, smiling warmly. Behind them, a banner for The Children's Cancer Charity is proudly displayed, hinting at their recent visit to the Children's Cancer Unit alongside representatives from Ulster Rugby.
During a visit to the Children's Cancer Unit, a group of people poses indoors, with a young girl in a red hoodie at the center. Among them are members of Ulster Rugby, sharing smiles and support.
A group of people, including some in uniforms, stand together in a room decorated with paper bats and signs, and there's a sense of camaraderie reminiscent of an Ulster Rugby visit. Two small pumpkin buckets rest on the yellow table in front, evoking warmth akin to the Children's Cancer Unit's spirit.
A group of seven people, casually dressed and smiling warmly, stands together indoors on a blue-tiled floor, showing their support for the Children's Cancer Unit alongside Ulster Rugby.
A group of seven people, including a child attached to a medical IV stand, are standing together and smiling in the Children's Cancer Unit. The room is adorned with colorful decorations as they enjoy a special visit from Ulster Rugby players.

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