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

Research blog: Balancing Act

30 Aug 2024 Research

Research blog: Balancing Act

Leukaemia is a complex disease that affects about 490,000 people worldwide.(i) Despite decades of research, the exact causes and most...

Research blog: Decoding Chemotherapy: the backbone of leukaemia treatment

6 August 2024 Research

Research blog: Decoding Chemotherapy: the backbone of leukaemia treatment

Despite advancements in treatment options, chemotherapy remains a cornerstone in the battle against leukaemia. This month we will delve into...

Research blog: Immunotherapy for blood cancers – the rise of CAR-T cells

28 June 2024 Research

Research blog: Immunotherapy for blood cancers – the rise of CAR-T cells

Immunotherapy has revolutionised the treatment landscape for various cancers, including blood cancers such as leukaemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma. Though...

Research blog: How leukaemia cells thrive

13 June 2024 Research

Research blog: How leukaemia cells thrive

In February 2024, a ground-breaking study was published in the esteemed journal Nature Communications (i), showcasing collaborative research efforts from...

The UK’s clinical trial leaders of the future

4 June 2024 Research

The UK’s clinical trial leaders of the future

In November 2023, the inaugural meeting of the DIDACT Foundation's Clinical Trials Training Days, Part I, marked a pivotal step...

Research Blog: The transformative impact of bone marrow transplants

28 May 2024 Research

Research Blog: The transformative impact of bone marrow transplants

In the realm of medical breakthroughs, few innovations have been as revolutionary and life changing as bone marrow transplants in...

Research blog: Bridging the gap in cancer care: facing reality head-on

9 May 2024 Research

Research blog: Bridging the gap in cancer care: facing reality head-on

Cancer is a major cause of death globally, and it affects each person differently. Many things influence how someone experiences...

Research blog: Celebrating a fantastic year of blood cancer research

11 December 2023 Research

Research blog: Celebrating a fantastic year of blood cancer research

Thanks to our incredible supporters, this year we have continued to find and fund the very best innovative research projects...

Research blog: Challenging, not untreatable – finding new ways to target an aggressive form of leukaemia

8 November 2023 Research

Research blog: Challenging, not untreatable – finding new ways to target an aggressive form of leukaemia

Former Leukaemia UK John Goldman Fellow, Dr Maria Teresa Esposito, University of Surrey , told us about her pioneering research...