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

“CML changed the whole trajectory of my life.”

20 Aug 2025 Patient

“CML changed the whole trajectory of my life.”

Women in their early 50s who find themselves exhausted and anxious yet unable to sleep often put their symptoms down...

In memory of Marsha Rayatt

29 November 2024 Patient

In memory of Marsha Rayatt

Marsha Rayatt sadly passed away from the side effects of gruelling treatment for a rare type of leukaemia in 2023....

The power of friendship, football and fundraising: Carl’s story

11 November 2024 Patient

The power of friendship, football and fundraising: Carl’s story

When keen sportsman Carl Hewson died from leukaemia at the age of 27, his family and friends were inspired to...

A man of steel who everyone adored: John’s story

18 October 2024 Patient

A man of steel who everyone adored: John’s story

New drugs to treat leukaemia are developed and put on trial, as a result of research, all the time. John...

The importance of enjoying life: Rosalyn’s Story

4 October 2024 Patient

The importance of enjoying life: Rosalyn’s Story

Women in their early 50s who find themselves exhausted and anxious yet unable to sleep often put their symptoms down...

An absolute fighter: Freddie’s Story

4 October 2024 Patient

An absolute fighter: Freddie’s Story

“When I see stuff on the news about childhood cancer I can see the distant look in the parents’ eyes...

“Life will never be the same” – Megan’s story

25 September 2024 Patient

“Life will never be the same” – Megan’s story

Megan Cremin died in September 2023, just five days after being diagnosed with a rare, aggressive form of leukaemia. She...

Celebrate what you can do: Fiona’s story

19 September 2024 Patient

Celebrate what you can do: Fiona’s story

“In summer 2018 I started to feel very run down,” said Fiona, now 64, who lives in Smethwick in the...

The gift of precious time: Barbara’s story

19 September 2024 Patient

The gift of precious time: Barbara’s story

“They’re the generation that doesn’t make a fuss, I know. But we all really need to make a fuss. Raising...