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

A decade of progress and impact

21 Oct 2025 Research

A decade of progress and impact

As we step into a new year, it's the perfect time to prioritise our health and awareness about conditions that...

Research blog: New Year, New Focus: Leukaemia awareness can save lives

30 January 2025 Research

Research blog: New Year, New Focus: Leukaemia awareness can save lives

As we step into a new year, it's the perfect time to prioritise our health and awareness about conditions that...

Key highlights from ASH 2024

13 December 2024 Research

Key highlights from ASH 2024

From December 6th to 10th, the Annual Society of Haematology (ASH) Conference gathered over 30,000 haematology experts to share groundbreaking...

Research Blog: Back to Basics

30 November 2024 Research

Research Blog: Back to Basics

This month for our research blog, we are going back to basics and exploring what makes leukaemia fundamentally different from...

Research blog: the power of cord blood for leukaemia treatment

15 November 2024 Research

Research blog: the power of cord blood for leukaemia treatment

When treating blood cancers like leukaemia, a stem cell transplant can be a crucial option, especially after a relapse. Finding...

Research blog: DNA, focal deletions and leukaemia

30 October 2024 Research

Research blog: DNA, focal deletions and leukaemia

Inside the nucleus of our cells, DNA folds and forms loops that play a critical role in gene regulation—turning genes...

Research blog: Balancing Act

30 August 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...