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These inspirational stories are personal accounts of the experiences of patients, carers or fundraisers - they all have a story to tell about their experience with a blood cancer.
Hannah was just 26 when fatigue and bruising led to a shocking diagnosis - acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL)
Kate Smith was diagnosed with Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia at 30 after months of recurring infections, extreme fatigue, and unexplained weight loss. Her story highlights the importance of recognising early symptoms and seeking help. Now on treatment, Kate urges others to trust their instincts and access support from Leukaemia Care.
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.
When Chris began to experience some of the classic signs and symptoms of leukaemia, he simply put them down to working too hard. Now, he reflects on his journey from diagnosis, relapse and trying a newer type of treatment, CAR-T therapy.
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.
“Since 2016 I have relapsed three further times and have lived with cancer for eight years now. I have had numerous different treatments." We sat down with Elaine as she shared her acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) story and discussed what life is like living with leukaemia.
Sue thought she was just working too hard, when she started feeling exhausted at the age of 53. But a few months later, she was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia (AML). Sue believes a positive mindset has been a big factor in her recovery. She tells her story here…
Andrew could not figure out why he was feeling constantly exhausted, so it was a shock when two police officers turned up at his door, claiming his life was in danger and offering to accompany him to hospital. A year on from his diagnosis of acute myeloid leukaemia (AML), 52-year-old Andrew shares his story…
Described by his friends as strong, determined, and loyal, meet Karl as he shares his remarkable story, including some heartbreaking life events that occurred in the lead-up to his chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL) diagnosis.
Peter was diagnosed with hairy cell leukaemia (HCL) 35 years ago after being taken to the hospital in an ambulance with pneumonia. Here, Peter shares his long road to recovery, thanks to the new treatments that have since been developed for HCL.
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