Our stories

Without personal stories from people affected by leukaemia, it would be impossible for us to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of the disease and fundraise for further research. If you would like to share your leukaemia journey, please get in touch with us on communications@leukaemiauk.org.uk

“I was dismissed, belittled and treated like a nuisance.”

20 Mar 2026 Fundraising

“I was dismissed, belittled and treated like a nuisance.”

[caption id="attachment_21771" align="alignleft" width="300"] Chris and his wife Laurie[/caption] In 2014, Chris Dawson was a young, fit 27-year-old sergeant in...

Chris’ diagnosis ended up coming almost by accident.

27 April 2026 Fundraising

Chris’ diagnosis ended up coming almost by accident.

[caption id="attachment_21771" align="alignleft" width="300"] Chris and his wife Laurie[/caption] In 2014, Chris Dawson was a young, fit 27-year-old sergeant in...

“To see my mum and dad cross the line will be a very, very special moment that I will never, ever forget”

7 April 2026 Fundraising

“To see my mum and dad cross the line will be a very, very special moment that I will never, ever forget”

[caption id="attachment_21691" align="alignleft" width="300"] Charlie with his parents and wife[/caption] A shock leukaemia diagnosis for their 27-year-old son Charlie has...

“The revolutionary treatments I received wouldn’t have been possible without research”

20 March 2026 Fundraising

“The revolutionary treatments I received wouldn’t have been possible without research”

[caption id="attachment_21518" align="alignleft" width="225"] Sandra with her husband Alan[/caption] “I am lucky. The research funded by charities like Leukaemia UK...

Lucy’s joyful cartwheeling pushes ahead the future of leukaemia treatment

23 June 2025 Fundraising

Lucy’s joyful cartwheeling pushes ahead the future of leukaemia treatment

“I’ve changed as a person and have learnt so much from other people about vulnerability…….Together we can raise a hell...

Devoted husband, Clive, remembers his wife’s bravery

19 June 2025 Fundraising

Devoted husband, Clive, remembers his wife’s bravery

“I picked Leukaemia UK because of the research work the charity is does for AML – not only to help...

Frankie’s First Marathon Inspired By Grandad, Doug

24 April 2025 Fundraising

Frankie’s First Marathon Inspired By Grandad, Doug

Frankie Hastings has chosen to run the London Marathon for Leukaemia UK in honour of her grandparents Doug and Joyce,...

Molly’s Story: Working on the ward that treated her

24 April 2025 Fundraising

Molly’s Story: Working on the ward that treated her

The gruelling nature of leukaemia treatment can leave traumatic memories with many people. But for Molly Shelley, it’s had quite...

Alice Bolton: “In an hour I went from being in the doctors’ areas to being a patient”

14 April 2025 Fundraising

Alice Bolton: “In an hour I went from being in the doctors’ areas to being a patient”

The moment they are told they have leukaemia is rarely something any patient forgets. But for Alice Bolton it was...