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Franko's multiple myeloma journey
Read about Franko's multiple myeloma journey, including his diagnosis through to remission, and what has helped him live with blood cancer.
Our response to England entering a second Covid lockdown
Read Blood Cancer UK's response to the Government's second Covid lockdown in England.
Our response to the latest Government coronavirus advice
Read Blood Cancer UK's response to the Government's plans for four weeks of national Covid restrictions in England and and new advice for those who are shielding.
The pool of uncertainty
Angie explains her mounting worries and anxieties about the impact of coronavirus.
What does the three-tier system mean for people shielding in England?
We outline what the current Government advice and recommendations are for people with blood cancer in each alert level under the new three-tier system.
Does having chronic lymphocytic leukaemia (CLL) increase your risk from the coronavirus?
Blood Cancer UK reviews the results of two studies into how Covid has affected people with CLL.
We call for the Government to urgently revise new shielding guidance
Following the Government's announcement on shielding, our Chief Executive Gemma Peters is calling on the Government to urgently revise the new shielding guidance and give people with blood cancer financial and mental health support.
Jane's acute myeloid leukaemia story
Read Jane's experience of acute myeloid leukaemia (AML), including her diagnosis, treatment, clinical trial involvement and her stem cell transplant.
Our aim to beat blood cancer in a generation
Learn how Blood Cancer UK aim to beat blood cancer in a generation.
Joining a clinical trial for lymphoma - Johanna's story
Johanna was diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), find out why she joined a Blood Cancer UK clinical trial to control her leukaemia.
My wife defied the odds for 12 years after her diagnosis
Colin reflects on the 56 years of happy marriage he spent with his wife, Margaret, who showed great courage and hope in her journey with myeloma. From the moment she was diagnosed up until her final moments.
Why Blood Cancer UK is reducing in size
Read about Blood Cancer UK's decision to reduce the size of the charity.
Being diagnosed with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) - Liz's story
Read Liz's story about being diagnosed with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) in 2018.
Government financial support and clearer guidance for coronavirus required
Find out why the Government should give financial support and clear Covid guidance to people with blood cancer
His Royal Highness The Duke of Kent marks Blood Cancer Awareness Month
Read HRH The Duke of Kent's article on the challenges that Covid 19 has had on people with blood cancer and to launch Blood Cancer Awareness Month.
Riding the 2020 Virtual London to Paris cycle with Myeloma - Steve's story
Find out why Steve is raising money for Blood Cancer UK by riding the 2020 Virtual London to Paris cycle after his Myeloma diagnosis..
Blenheim Triathlon 2020 sponsorship decision
Read more about Blood Cancer UK's decision to withdraw from sponsoring the 2020 Blenheim Triathlon.
Five years on, our family is living free from the restraints of blood cancer
Lisa, mum to Hugo, reflects on the impact that leukaemia has had on her family. From the path to diagnosis and the gruelling side effects of treatment, to Hugo finally finishing treatment. Now, they look forward to embracing every moment.
We've saved so many lives in the last 60 years, because of Susan.
Read Sylvia Gaunt's story about how Blood Cancer UK was started by her parents, after her sister Susan died with Leukaemia.
Does having blood cancer put you at greater risk from the coronavirus?
Find out if people with blood cancers are more likely to suffer severe and life-threatening COVID-19 than healthy individuals.