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Why are people with blood cancer invited for a 5th vaccine dose (second booster)?
People with blood cancer are now being offered a second covid vaccine booster (a 5th vaccine dose). Here's why.
I've got leukaemia and caught Covid two weeks ago
Stephen Pollard, Editor at large for the Jewish Chronicle, lives with chronic lymphocytic leukaemia and has spent the last couple of years trying to avoid Covid. But two weeks ago, he tested positive. We asked him to write about his experience.
Shaun Leane opens his heart to us for Mother's Day
Today we're thrilled to announce our collaboration with eminent jewellery designer Shaun Leane, who will donate 10% of retail sales of his renowned Hook Heart bracelet towards blood cancer research.
Pandemic may have long-lasting impact on blood cancer survival, warn MPs
A cross-party group of MPs is urging the government to ensure that blood cancer services are equipped to recover from the pandemic.
How our blood cancer and Covid survey has led to change
We’re writing this to update you on what our recent survey on blood cancer and Covid found, what has happened since, and the impact it made.
“If you’re struggling to see the light, I want you to know that things do get better”
Charlotte was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma at 23 years old. Here, she talks about the difficulties of getting a diagnosis, the side effects of treatment and what inspired her to launch a line of gifts and accessories in aid of Blood Cancer UK.
The headline results from our survey ‘How can we beat blood cancer in this generation?’
We’re excited to announce a new programme with ITN Productions Industry News
We’re co-producing a programme with ITN Productions Industry News to raise awareness of blood cancer. This will feature healthcare professionals and people with blood cancer. You’ll also hear about the impact of our research, the latest treatments and what we need to do to improve outcomes for patients.
How can we be the generation that beats blood cancer?
Our Chief Executive, Gemma Peters, wants to know how we can best meet the needs of people with blood cancer. To help us do that, she asks that you please take our survey, and tell us what you think we should be focusing on.
“Alarming” racial inequality in third vaccine doses for the immunocompromised
New data has shown that take-up of the third vaccine dose among white British people is almost double that of some ethnic minorities. Here's our response.
Latest Updates from the Vaccine Research Collaborative
Welcome to our live blog all about research looking at the effectiveness of the covid vaccines in people with blood cancer.
“Join me in the Walk of Light. Let’s bring hope of a brighter future.”
Lyn and her son Peter, 13, signed up to the Walk of Light in memory of her late husband and Peter’s dad, Matthew. Here, she tells us why they took part, the unexpected friendships she's made, and what the Walk of Light means to them.
Blood Cancer UK’s approach to in-person events
Our Chief Executive, Gemma Peters, explains our decision to hold in-person events again.
Christmas will be different, but we’ll still make it special
Although he's been in an isolation ward for over four months, Joel's partner Amy is hopeful she'll be able to bring him home in time for Christmas.
Omicron variant and people with blood cancer
What can people with blood cancer and those around them do about the risk of Omicron?
"We all miss her, and this is one of the many ways we keep her memory alive."
On Christmas Eve in 2002, Misha's daughter, Posy, sadly and unexpectedly died of blood cancer. Posy was a positive person and a talented actress, who will always be remembered by her family. Misha and her granddaughter are kindly donating money from their book to help beat blood cancer.
New treatments to be made available to those at highest risk from Covid
On Wednesday the 8th December, the Government announced that people who are most at risk of severe Covid infection will now be able to access treatments quickly after they receive a positive PCR test.
Why we've taken the decision to cancel our carol concert at St Paul's
Our Chief Executive, Gemma Peters, explains our decision to cancel our carol concert at St Paul's in response to the omicron variant.
Ho Ho, Oh No! Did you say blood cancer?
When Erica was diagnosed with blood cancer in 2003, she thought she’d be celebrating her last Christmas. Erica knows all too well that being diagnosed over the festive period can be especially overwhelming, and has some advice for you.
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