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: Key Highlights from ASH 2025

18 Dec 2025 Patient

Research blog: Key Highlights from ASH 2025

Key Highlights from the American Society of Haematology (ASH) Annual Meeting 2025

“I’m lucky to be alive but the side effects, both during and post treatment are enormous”

4 November 2025 Patient

“I’m lucky to be alive but the side effects, both during and post treatment are enormous”

Leukaemia treatment can be gruelling for the many months or even years that it takes. Sadly, it can also cause...

Larissa’s favourite saying was ‘One life, live it’

27 October 2025 Patient

Larissa’s favourite saying was ‘One life, live it’

Leukaemia symptoms can be vague, often leading to diagnosis only when a person is already gravely ill. In rare cases,...

A decade of progress and impact

21 October 2025 Research

A decade of progress and impact

As we wrap up our John Goldman Fellowship (JGF) anniversary month, we wanted to take a moment to showcase some...

Marking a decade of breakthroughs and collaboration

2 October 2025 Research

Marking a decade of breakthroughs and collaboration

This October marks a decade since Leukaemia UK launched its John Goldman Fellowship (JGF) programme - an initiative specially designed...

German Pointer dog, Clyde was really important in Amanda’s recovery.

24 September 2025 Patient

German Pointer dog, Clyde was really important in Amanda’s recovery.

Amanda Brown’s work as a Community Rehabilitation Senior in the NHS means she has helped countless people regain mobility after...

Leukaemia diagnosis and treatment changes people forever.

24 September 2025 Patient

Leukaemia diagnosis and treatment changes people forever.

“But there’s no doubt it has had a major physical, psychological and emotional impact on me. I no longer take...

Dr Stewart Manning has diagnosed many people with leukaemia during his 40 year career.

27 August 2025 Patient

Dr Stewart Manning has diagnosed many people with leukaemia during his 40 year career.

Leukaemia broadly presents in two main forms. Acute leukaemias, such as acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) and acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL),...

“The NHS gave me a new lease of life and I am determined to give something back now.”

22 August 2025 Patient

“The NHS gave me a new lease of life and I am determined to give something back now.”

Acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) is the most common type of leukaemia. Eight people in the UK are diagnosed with AML...