Video diaries

Living with AML leukaemia by Jake, 12

Jake, 12, spent five months in GOSH after he was diagnosed with AML, a rare form of leukaemia. As well as dealing with chemotherapy, Jake spent a month in intensive care with a mystery illness. Then as he got better he had to learn to walk again.

Treatment for birthmarks by Lucy, 14

Lucy has been having laser treatment on a birthmark on her face since she was very young. The laser removes layers of the birthmark to help reduce it. Now she has made a film about having a birthmark and coming to GOSH for treatment.

My annual heart review by Tasha, 18

Tasha, now 18, had a heart and lung condition that resulted in her having major transplant surgery. Tasha has made a short film of the procedures that are part of her yearly check-ups at GOSH.

My heart surgery by Isaac

Isaac was told that he had inherited a dangerous heart condition from his dad. Within weeks he was booked in for surgery at GOSH and making a film about his experience.

My new ear by Charlotte, 12

Charlotte, 12, was born with a condition called microtia, which means 'small ear'. She came to GOSH for surgery to build a new ear using cartilage from her ribs. After three operations she has a perfect new ear – and lots of good advice for young people in hospital.

Sickle cell disease by Lloyd

Sickle cell disease is a painful condition that affects more than 6,000 adults and children in the UK. In his report Lloyd explains how it affects his body and talks about coming to GOSH for treatment.

Spinal muscular atrophy and scoliosis by Chrystal, 13

Chrystal, 13, was born with a condition called spinal muscular atrophy. She has been in and out of hospital all her life. Recently she had to come to GOSH for an operation to straighten her spine.

Stuve-Wiedemann dysplasia by Chloe, 14

Chloe has Stuve-Wiedemann dysplasia - a bone disorder. She's had seven operations in the last two years and has been in and out of GOSH. Now she's made a video diary to show you that hospitals aren't too scary.