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We talk you through state benefits, eligibility and more. It's important to note that the purpose of this webpage is to give an overview of the benefits that may be relevant to you as a leukaemia patient. Speak to our Advocacy team for guidance on personal claims.
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Leukaemia Care trustee Kate Stallard is in remission from acute promyelocytic leukaemia (APL), and since her diagnosis she has found gardening to be a way to cope. Here, she talks about how gardening helped her, and how it might help you too.
When you are diagnosed with cancer, you automatically meet the disability definition under the Equality Act (2010). In this blog, we've taken information from our 'The Next Stage' booklet on what benefits you are entitled to.
After a blood cancer diagnosis, keeping fit and active might be the last thing on your mind, but exercise can benefit both your treatment and recovery. Here, our Nurse Advisor, Fiona Heath, explains more.
A cancer diagnosis can affect many aspects of your life including your finances, working arrangements and travel. This section will help provide information and advice on the practical issues you may need to consider after diagnosis and during treatment.
There is a huge amount of research and information available on the benefits of exercising with cancer.
Stories
An opticians appointment led Paul to being diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML). 14 years after his diagnosis, Paul shares his story and how Lisa, our Welfare Officer, helped him to get back on the right path.
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The UK Government's proposed welfare reforms could negatively impact leukaemia patients relying on benefits like Universal Credit and PIP. Leukaemia Care is advocating against unfair changes that may worsen financial struggles. While some aspects remain uncertain, the charity is pushing for fairer policies and offering support to affected individuals.
After a routine blood test, the last thing Emma was expecting was to be diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia (AML). Just seven months after her diagnosis, she shares her turbulent journey through treatment and navigating what her new future might look like.
"We welcome the increase in the NHS budget. However..." - Colin Dyer, Chief Executive at Leukaemia Care shares the charity's response.
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