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Run for us and help people living with a blood cancer. From marathons to 5k fun runs, here you will find the running event that suits you and your fitness level.

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8 December 2018

London Santa Run 10K

This 10K is perfect to run with friends and family, and you’ll even be provided with a free Santa Suit!

8 December 2018

London Santa Run 5K

Get ready to take on this festive 5K!

27 January 2019

Farnbourgh Half Marathon

Join #TeamLC and run one of the flattest and fastest routes in the South.

3 February 2019

Longleat 10K

Take part in this amazing 10K run and help us support all those affected by a blood cancer diagnosis

10 February 2019

Barcelona Half Marathon

Take on the second largest running event in Barcelona

10 March 2019

The Vitality Big Half

Take on London's uniquely local half marathon and help us support all those affected by a blood cancer.

10 March 2019

Paris Half Marathon

Brush off your running trainers, it’s time to take on a new challenge.

10 March 2019

Barcelona Marathon

The Barcelona Marathon is one of the most popular in Europe, so join Team LC and help us support blood cancer patients

7 April 2019

Manchester Marathon

Are you ready for the ultimate fitness challenge?

7 April 2019

Kilomarathon Scotland 6.55k

Join us and run, walk or jog the Kilomarathon for blood cancer patients.

7 April 2019

Mini Kilo Scotland 2.62k

A perfect event for those aged 6-14 years old!

7 April 2019

Kilomarathon Scotland 13.1k

Walk, Run or Jog the Kilomarathon for blood cancer patients!

28 April 2019

2019 Virgin Money London Marathon

Guaranteed places in the 2019 Virgin Money London Marathon

28 April 2019

Kiltwalk Glasgow

Try your hand at the Kiltwalk and support all those affected by blood cancer

6 May 2019

Milton Keynes Half Marathon

Take on this surprisingly scenic half marathon in Milton Keynes

6 May 2019

Milton Keynes Marathon

Race this green and scenic route in aid of blood cancer patients

12 May 2019

Leeds Half Marathon

Take on the Leeds Half Marathon and raise vital funds for those affected by blood cancer.

19 May 2019

Chester Half Marathon

Take on the Chester Half Marathon and raise vital funds for blood cancer patients.

25 May 2019

Edinburgh 10K

Get involved in the Edinburgh Festival and run 10K for people facing blood cancer

25 May 2019

Edinburgh 5K

If you have just started running and fancy a challenge why not take on the Edinburgh 5K

26 May 2019

Edinburgh Marathon

If you’re looking for a challenge, then why not try the Edinburgh Marathon!

26 May 2019

Edinburgh Half Marathon

A brilliant training event, and perfect for those looking for a challenge

2 June 2019

Aberdeen Kiltwalk

Try your hand at the Kiltwalk and support all those affected by blood cancer

2 June 2019

Hull Half Marathon

Take on the Hull Half Marathon for all those affected by blood cancer

2 June 2019

Hull 10k

Take to the streets of Hull for this exciting race

7 July 2019

Leeds 10K

Join our team for the Leeds 10K and help support those affected by blood cancer

4 August 2019

York 10K

Take on one of the nation's most popular 10K races!

18 August 2019

Kiltwalk Dundee

8 September 2019

Great North Run

Take on the largest half marathon in the world and help us support those affected by a blood cancer diagnosis.

15 September 2019

Zombie Evacuation Race

Sign up for this fun run with a difference. Expect to meet zombies at every corner in this scare-tastic 5km running event.

15 September 2019

Kiltwalk Edinburgh

Walk the historic streets of Edinburgh when you take on the Kiltwalk!

22 September 2019

Scottish Half Marathon

Tackle this scenic half marathon for charity

22 September 2019

Scottish 10K

The Scottish 10K is flat and fast course which makes it a perfect running challenge for all those budding runners out there.

5 October 2019

Bournemouth Marathon Festival – Speed of Light 5k

Starting and finishing near the Bournemouth marathon festival hub in the lower gardens, this beautiful coastal route takes you past the famous Bournemouth pier.

5 October 2019

Bournemouth Marathon Festival – Supersonic 10k

The supersonic 10k is a fantastic, flat & fast course, great for setting a quick time.

6 October 2019

Bournemouth Marathon

Stunning sea views, fresh crisp clean air and the very best of Bournemouth and Poole is on show as the south coast is home to an international marathon.

6 October 2019

Bournemouth Marathon Festival – Half Marathon

Stunning sea views, fresh crisp clean air and the very best of Bournemouth and Poole is on show as the south coast is home to an international marathon.

What you need to be careful of

Treatment for most types of blood cancers will result in lower levels of white blood cells, neutrophils, that would usually fight food poisoning bacteria. Also, the lining of the gut acts as a barrier preventing bacteria from reaching the bloodstream, and during chemotherapy and radiotherapy this can become damaged, increasing the risk of infection

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