Finding out about blood cancer
Whether you've just been diagnosed with blood cancer, know someone who has or just want to know more about it, get essential information to help you understand the basics.

I've just been told I have blood cancer
If you've just been diagnosed with blood cancer, this is your guide to what happens next, your rights and how to get support.
Just diagnosed

What is blood cancer?
Blood cancer is a type of cancer that affects your blood cells. Learn what it is, the different types, how it starts and what can cause it.
Understanding blood cancer

Signs and symptoms
Learn about the signs and symptoms of blood cancer, what causes them and what to do if you're worried.
Common symptoms

What causes blood cancer?
Read about what causes blood cancer and the risk factors that can make it more likely to develop.
Causes and risk factors

Blood cancer tests
Find out about the different types of tests doctors use to diagnose blood cancer, and to work out what type of blood cancer someone has.
Tests and diagnosis

Prognosis
Prognosis means what might happen in the future. Learn what can affect blood cancer prognosis, and how to understand survival rates.
Read more about prognosis

Immune and lymphatic systems
Your immune and lymphatic systems have a very important role in keeping you well. We explain these systems and how blood cancer can affect them.
Find out more

Blood cells
There are three main types of cells in your blood – red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets. Different blood cancers affect different blood cell types.
Learn about blood cells
If you're ready to know more, get information about your specific type of blood cancer. Or order our free information booklets.