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: From Mutation to Manifestation
01 Aug 2025 Patient
Research Blog: From Mutation to Manifestation
Leukaemia can be hard to understand, so this month we're breaking it down step by step—from the first mutation to...
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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...