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, fundraise for further research and campaign for change. If you would like to share your leukaemia journey, please visit our Share your Story page to fill out the form.

The inquest found no evidence of leukaemia in the blood

28 Oct 2026 Patient

The inquest found no evidence of leukaemia in the blood

Victoria Nixon was studying geography at Lancaster University and enjoying student life. But her first year was marred by frequent cold and flu viruses...

Paul’s multiple myeloma journey

5 July 2018 Patient

Paul’s multiple myeloma journey

Paul, 50, was told he had multiple myeloma two days before Christmas 2016. Alone and in shock, his first concern...

Clair: I’m so proud of my marathon run

25 March 2018 Supporter

Clair: I’m so proud of my marathon run

When Clair crossed the London Marathon finishing line, she was thinking about the brave five-year-old boy who inspired her fundraising...

Kathryn’s story: diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma at 22

12 December 2017 Patient

Kathryn’s story: diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma at 22

Kathryn was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma at the age of 22. She received psychological and clinical support at the Teenage...

Debbie: I wanted to give some goodness back

7 December 2017 Supporter

Debbie: I wanted to give some goodness back

Twenty years ago, Debbie was so busy preparing for a family reunion that she ignored her tiredness and brushed off...

The fundraising footballers

23 October 2017 Supporter

The fundraising footballers

Carl Hewson was 26, fit and sports-mad when he was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia in 2015. Here, Carl's team...

Kate: I’m making a difference

25 August 2017 Supporter

Kate: I’m making a difference

Kate's mother died of acute myloid leukaemia at the age of 34, leaving behind four young children. When Kate reached...

Celebrating the life of Carl Hewson

25 August 2017 Supporter

Celebrating the life of Carl Hewson

When Carl Hewson died from leukaemia at the age of 27, his family and friends were inspired to raise more...

Billie’s story of giving

11 August 2017 Patient

Billie’s story of giving

When Billie received her leukaemia diagnosis, her response was to find a way to help others. Billie was diagnosed with...