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Blood cancer and coronavirus

Who is at high risk from coronavirus, what to do if you haven't received a letter yet, and how coronavirus may affect treatment plans. Updated on 1 August 2020.

Staying safe and government guidance

How to stay safe and coping with the pandemic for people with blood cancer. Updated on 1 August 2020.

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Does having blood cancer put you at greater risk from the coronavirus? The largest study into coronavirus and cancer looks at whether some types of cancer put people at higher risk from the coronavirus than others.

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Practical and emotional support

Support during shielding and afterwards with food deliveries, work and money, and the emotional impact. Updated on 1 August 2020.

My mental health and coping strategies for shielding

As we approach world mental health day, Paul shares how lockdown affects his mental health and how he's managing without his usual coping mechanisms.

Blood cancer and coronavirus stories

Hear how other people living with blood cancer are coping with the impact of coronavirus.

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Blood cancer information and support by phone or email

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