ALK+ International is a patient and family-led charity, created with a single mission: to improve the life expectancy for ALK+ cancer patients.


We aim to achieve this by fundraising for ALK+ research, providing grants, advocacy and education. Our team is committed to making a difference and is passionate about our goal.

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ALK+ cancer is a type of genetic mutation cancer with no known cause, and no known cure once it has spread to other parts of the body. It is caused by a mutation or fusion of the ALK gene.  ALK+ cancers are found in patients of all ages, although on average these patients tend to be younger.

Learn more about ALK-positive cancer and why research is needed. 


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