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

Dora’s love of motorbikes and dogs helped her return to health

24 Nov 2025 Supporter

Dora’s love of motorbikes and dogs helped her return to health

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

The fundraising footballers

23 October 2017 Supporter

The fundraising footballers

Carl Hewson was 26, fit and sports-mad when he was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia in 2015. Here, Carl's team...

Kate: I’m making a difference

25 August 2017 Supporter

Kate: I’m making a difference

Kate's mother died of acute myloid leukaemia at the age of 34, leaving behind four young children. When Kate reached...

Celebrating the life of Carl Hewson

25 August 2017 Supporter

Celebrating the life of Carl Hewson

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

Amanda: my husband Phil’s chronic hairy cell leukaemia diagnosis

4 June 2016 Supporter

Amanda: my husband Phil’s chronic hairy cell leukaemia diagnosis

Amanda's husband Phil was diagnosed with chronic hairy cell leukaemia. Following his treatment, they wanted to turn a negative into...

Pirate Queen West End production, in aid of Leukaemia UK

8 February 2012 Supporter

Pirate Queen West End production, in aid of Leukaemia UK

In February 2020, theatre producer Tom Gribby brought together an impressive cast for The Pirate Queen production at the London Coliseum,...

Supporting leukaemia research for Rosemary

5 December 2004 Supporter

Supporting leukaemia research for Rosemary

It is only thanks to the generosity of our supporters that we are able to make a difference to those...