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: Science in Action

26 Jun 2025 Patient

Research Blog: Science in Action

This month on our research blog, we highlight some of the many publications our researchers have released so far this...

“I went from living in London to moving back in with my parents and taking a year off work.”

12 June 2025 Patient

“I went from living in London to moving back in with my parents and taking a year off work.”

At a time in life when most young people are starting careers, relationships, and exploring the world, Karis Longden has...

The loss of her father drives Karen as a leukaemia researcher

12 June 2025 Awareness

The loss of her father drives Karen as a leukaemia researcher

Most people who receive a devastating leukaemia diagnosis know little if anything about blood cancer. This was true for Denis...

Three stem cell transplants give Bill 24-year recovery…and counting

12 June 2025 Patient

Three stem cell transplants give Bill 24-year recovery…and counting

“They said they would try the drug and a third boost of stem cells. If it doesn’t work, they said...

Paul’s family pull together to combat treatment isolation

12 June 2025 Patient

Paul’s family pull together to combat treatment isolation

“Fortunately, I had a very good family network supporting me daily. There wasn’t a day that I didn’t see my...

Nichola’s story: Four cancers, twice with leukaemia

4 June 2025 Patient

Nichola’s story: Four cancers, twice with leukaemia

“I am grateful to still be here, but cancer has taken a lot from me. After four cancers, I hope...

Andi’s story: fitter now than than ever before

20 May 2025 Awareness

Andi’s story: fitter now than than ever before

“I have to say I felt like a fraud the entire time. I’ve seen and read so much about people...

Summer-Louise’s story: crazy, fun, funny and feral

20 May 2025 Patient

Summer-Louise’s story: crazy, fun, funny and feral

Summer-Louise O’Hare was a normal, energetic two-year-old, described by her mum Leighanne Richardson as ‘crazy, fun, funny and feral!’. She...

Jude’s story: Giving hope to others diagnosed with leukaemia

12 May 2025 Patient

Jude’s story: Giving hope to others diagnosed with leukaemia

“At approximately 1.30am on the Saturday night/Sunday morning my husband and I were awoken by the phone ringing. It was...