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

Alice Bolton: “In an hour I went from being in the doctors’ areas to being a patient”

14 Apr 2025 Patient

Alice Bolton: “In an hour I went from being in the doctors’ areas to being a patient”

We all need a support network around us through the difficult times. My close friends and family were crucial with...

The power of positivity: Ruth’s story

30 August 2024 Patient

The power of positivity: Ruth’s story

While bruising, infections, bleeding and fatigue are the most common symptoms of leukaemia, sometimes this form of blood cancer can...

“Thanks for the kisses from the sky” – Eli’s story

20 August 2024 Patient

“Thanks for the kisses from the sky” – Eli’s story

While based in the UK and funding UK researchers, Leukaemia UK’s work has worldwide impact for the treatment of blood...

Friends-for-life: Chris’ AML story

19 August 2024 Patient

Friends-for-life: Chris’ AML story

We all need a support network around us through the difficult times. My close friends and family were crucial with...

A light in the dark: Betsy’s story

19 August 2024 Patient

A light in the dark: Betsy’s story

“If I can give any family in the same situation any words of wisdom it’s to always look for that...

Adjusting to a ‘strange new normal’

16 July 2024 Patient

Adjusting to a ‘strange new normal’

Opie Jones’ leukaemia treatment has created a huge legacy. His mum Lucy Ellerker-Jones and her husband Lewis have set up...

Looking at life differently: Hugh’s CLL story

15 July 2024 Patient

Looking at life differently: Hugh’s CLL story

Leukaemia UK Community Champion Hugh Pender’s leukaemia diagnosis came about in unusual circumstances due to a totally unrelated condition. The...

Adapting to life with AML: Jackie’s story

28 June 2024 Patient

Adapting to life with AML: Jackie’s story

Jackie Amor was loving life in her French farmhouse at Charente between Bordeaux and Bergerac in 2013. She and her...

No regrets: Rachel tells her mum Janet’s AML story

20 June 2024 Patient

No regrets: Rachel tells her mum Janet’s AML story

Janet Mellor had contracted polio as a child and her family had been told that she would never be able...