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 Awareness

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

Having a goal at the end of leukaemia treatment helps many patients through the toughest times. A holiday with family,...

Ryan celebrated his transplant anniversary at his first ever festival

29 July 2025 Awareness

Ryan celebrated his transplant anniversary at his first ever festival

A leukaemia diagnosis at any age is devastating, but for Ryan Joseph it came out of nowhere just as he...

“The odds were against me but I was given hope and I want to pass that on”

28 July 2025 Awareness

“The odds were against me but I was given hope and I want to pass that on”

“The odds were against me but I was given hope and I want to pass that on. During the lowest...

“I didn’t fit the profile for ALL.”

17 July 2025 Awareness

“I didn’t fit the profile for ALL.”

“My experience has completely turned my world upside down. I was a healthy, fit and active person prior to my...

Suzanne remembers her ‘larger than life’ son Luke

17 July 2025 Patient

Suzanne remembers her ‘larger than life’ son Luke

Luke Bailey was a popular, sporty 17-year-old who was studying for a BTEC in sports science and playing regular football...

Lisa remembers her beloved mum Janet

10 July 2025 Patient

Lisa remembers her beloved mum Janet

Lisa Dixon and her mum Janet Dixon liked nothing more than going together to watch their favourite team play -...

Hospital friendship group carries little Lacie through her treatment

10 July 2025 Patient

Hospital friendship group carries little Lacie through her treatment

"Without my new friends I don’t know how I would have coped, and I can’t imagine them not being in...

Brian looks back on the devastating roller coaster of husband Brendan’s treatment

2 July 2025 Patient

Brian looks back on the devastating roller coaster of husband Brendan’s treatment

“It was without doubt the worst day of my life, facing the possibility of losing the person who was my...

Clint hopes trial protocol will keep his AML in remission

1 July 2025 Patient

Clint hopes trial protocol will keep his AML in remission

New drugs and treatments for leukaemia are developed and trailed all the time, with many patients benefitting from receiving them...