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31st October 2023

October Fundraising: Highlighting our community

With spooky season in full effect, we want to share some of the fang-tastic fundraising you have done this October in support of those living with Leukaemia.

3rd October 2023

Four reasons why a support group could benefit you

Are you picturing a stereotypical support group meeting? Think again!

27th September 2023

September Fundraising: Highlighting our community

We want to celebrate the incredible work of our fundraisers, take a look at the amazing things they've achieved during Blood Cancer Awareness Month!

29th August 2023

Patient Perspective: tackling the warmer months

Patient blogger Vickie has joined us again to tell us all about how she tackles the warmer weather and all those important things to remember whilst on holiday abroad.

5th June 2023

Kate Elkington: Bringing Risa the Unicorn to life

Have you heard? Unicorns are flying into Bristol this Summer all in aid of Leukaemia Care! We met with Kate, one of our fabulous artists involved in the trail to talk all things art, inspirations and Unicorns…

1st June 2023

Lana Dales: Running for a cause

What were your plans when you turned 18? Lana decided she wanted to celebrate hers in style by running the London Marathon for Leukaemia Care as the youngest runner in this year’s event!

1st May 2023

What do we mean by random bruising?

Random bruising in unusual places - and not sure how you acquired them? Read on to find out when bruising is a reason to visit your doctor.

14th April 2023

Jane Catchpole: My CLL treatment story

After 19 years of living with chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL), Jane’s Watch and Wait period began drawing to a close as she and her consultant decided treatment would be the next best route. We spoke to Jane about her diagnosis, the road to treatment and her hopes for the future.

4th April 2023

Could gardening be the key to help you cope with your leukaemia diagnosis?

Adjusting to life after your diagnosis? Nick York, Leukaemia Care's Patient Advocacy Healthcare Liaison Officer and chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL) patient shares how his love of gardening has transformed his mindset following his diagnosis.

30th January 2023

The six things you need to know about swollen lymph nodes right now

Lymph nodes are found all over the body and are typically pea shaped, but you’re likely to be reading this article because you’ve searched for swollen lymph nodes or swollen glands as they’re sometimes more commonly referred to.