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.

“You adapt to a new normal because life is never the same again.”

23 Sep 2026 Patient

“You adapt to a new normal because life is never the same again.”

“I wrote the book I needed to read as we began travelling down a road no child should ever have...

Jasmine’s acute promyelocytic leukaemia journey

11 November 2016 Patient

Jasmine’s acute promyelocytic leukaemia journey

Jasmine was back from a dream holiday and enthusiastically training for the London Marathon when she was diagnosed with a...

Jimaine’s acute myeloid leukaemia story

30 September 2016 Patient

Jimaine’s acute myeloid leukaemia story

Jimaine was treated for acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) at King's College Hospital 18 years ago. Today, Jimaine – AKA Je’Londen...

Amanda: my husband Phil’s chronic hairy cell leukaemia diagnosis

4 June 2016 Supporter

Amanda: my husband Phil’s chronic hairy cell leukaemia diagnosis

Amanda's husband Phil was diagnosed with chronic hairy cell leukaemia. Following his treatment, they wanted to turn a negative into...

Pirate Queen West End production, in aid of Leukaemia UK

8 February 2012 Supporter

Pirate Queen West End production, in aid of Leukaemia UK

In February 2020, theatre producer Tom Gribby brought together an impressive cast for The Pirate Queen production at the London Coliseum,...

Supporting leukaemia research for Rosemary

5 December 2004 Supporter

Supporting leukaemia research for Rosemary

It is only thanks to the generosity of our supporters that we are able to make a difference to those...

Louise’s acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) story

26 August 2002 Patient

Louise’s acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) story

Louise was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) when she was 14. Following gruelling treatment which included taking part in...

Megan’s Hodgkin’s lymphoma story

5 July 2002 Patient

Megan’s Hodgkin’s lymphoma story

When Megan found a lump on her neck, she knew something wasn’t right and went to see her GP. The...

Rebecca’s acute promyelocytic leukaemia story

6 November 2001 Patient

Rebecca’s acute promyelocytic leukaemia story

Rebecca was 21 years old and working as a Police Officer when she developed excessive bruising in early 2019. This...