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: Accelerating progress in AML

28 Apr 2025 Research

Research blog: Accelerating progress in AML

For the last 50 years, treatments for acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) have remained largely unchanged — intensive chemotherapy and, for...

“It gave me hope”: Iain’s Story

5 February 2025 Patient

“It gave me hope”: Iain’s Story

CAR-T Therapy has now been rolled out across the UK for the treatment of adults with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia after...

Research blog: New Year, New Focus: Leukaemia awareness can save lives

30 January 2025 Research

Research blog: New Year, New Focus: Leukaemia awareness can save lives

As we step into a new year, it's the perfect time to prioritise our health and awareness about conditions that...

A larger-than-life character: Ian’s story

24 January 2025 Fundraising

A larger-than-life character: Ian’s story

“My brother-in-law Ian was a very fit man, and it was a terrible shock when he became ill,” said Mary...

“Tracey was only their seventh patient”: Tracey’s Story

21 January 2025 Awareness

“Tracey was only their seventh patient”: Tracey’s Story

The drug Doxorubicin (Adriamicyn) is nowadays a standard treatment for many childhood and adult cancers including one of the most...

“Wow, I went through all that”: Marion’s story

10 January 2025 Patient

“Wow, I went through all that”: Marion’s story

At 17, Marion McIntosh's life was typical for her age – enjoying college and spending time with friends and family...

“I am the data!”: Lizzie’s Story

6 January 2025 Patient

“I am the data!”: Lizzie’s Story

CAR-T therapy has been available on the NHS at a number of specialist UK centres since 2018 for children, but...

A mother’s hope – Hannah’s story

23 December 2024 Patient

A mother’s hope – Hannah’s story

One of the most emotionally difficult side-effects of leukaemia treatment in younger people can be infertility. Hannah Moore was just...

Meet some of our amazing star supporters

19 December 2024

Meet some of our amazing star supporters

This year has seen some incredible fundraising activities from our amazing supporters. From bake sales, to biking, swimming to singing...