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: When donor cells attack – understanding GvHD

26 Feb 2026 Patient

Research Blog: When donor cells attack – understanding GvHD

Graft-versus-host disease is a serious but well-recognised complication of stem cell transplantation. With careful donor matching, preventative medication, and prompt...

“Every day is one day closer. Even though it’s a drag and time is moving slowly, progress is being made every second.”

7 August 2025 Patient

“Every day is one day closer. Even though it’s a drag and time is moving slowly, progress is being made every second.”

Leukaemia UK’s June 2025 60km Fundraising Walk raised over £40k with 75 walkers taking part – each driven by a...

Research Blog: From Mutation to Manifestation

1 August 2025 Research

Research Blog: From Mutation to Manifestation

When people hear the term blood cancer, they often think of leukaemia. In fact, blood cancer is a group of...

Lauren and her sister have been on a remarkable journey together.

29 July 2025 Patient

Lauren and her sister have been on a remarkable journey together.

Lauren Murrell was 23 when she began experiencing unexplained symptoms – neck pain, fatigue, night sweats. Lauren’s condition quickly deteriorated....

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 -...