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

“CML changed the whole trajectory of my life.”

20 Aug 2025 Fundraising

“CML changed the whole trajectory of my life.”

Stewart O’Callaghan was living a carefree life in Berlin when leukaemia changed everything. Only 28 years old at the...

Lucy’s joyful cartwheeling pushes ahead the future of leukaemia treatment

23 June 2025 Fundraising

Lucy’s joyful cartwheeling pushes ahead the future of leukaemia treatment

“I’ve changed as a person and have learnt so much from other people about vulnerability…….Together we can raise a hell...

Devoted husband, Clive, remembers his wife’s bravery

19 June 2025 Fundraising

Devoted husband, Clive, remembers his wife’s bravery

“I picked Leukaemia UK because of the research work the charity is does for AML – not only to help...

Insights from DIDACT Foundation Academy’s first cohort

19 June 2025 Research

Insights from DIDACT Foundation Academy’s first cohort

“We were deeply impressed by the exceptional talent and dedication demonstrated by this inaugural group,” said Professor Charles Craddock CBE,...

Satbir Saggu is fundraising for Leukaemia UK

16 June 2025 Patient

Satbir Saggu is fundraising for Leukaemia UK

“With all these challenges I always reflect on what Dad would be thinking. I think he’d be saying “Satti you’re...

“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...