Living well with CLL (chronic lymphocytic leukaemia)
Find out how other people cope with a CLL diagnosis, and carry on doing the things they enjoy.
You can not only live with CLL, but live well.
Our online information about living well with blood cancer includes tips and personal stories from people who are all living with a type of blood cancer, including CLL. They share what they have learned about:
- Mind and emotions – taking care of your emotional health and where to go for support
- Fatigue – managing this common symptom of blood cancer
- Keeping active – the benefits of gentle exercise for people with blood cancer
- Eating well – eating healthily, safely and enjoying what you eat
- Money and work – your rights at work and financial support you may be entitled to.
"The company I’m working with is understanding about me not travelling. If you put in a good shift, people are happy to work round the things you can’t do."
Mel, living with CLL since 2013
Read Mel's story about working when you have CLL
Where you can get support
To connect with other people affected by blood cancer, join our online community forum.
To talk to someone about any aspect of your life with CLL, contact our Support Service.
You may also find useful information and support on our social channels: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
You can search for a cancer support group in your area, or look for support groups online or on Facebook.
"Making the effort to take care of myself had a positive effect on my outlook, which I believed would, in turn, help to keep me well."
Sarah, living with CLL since 2011
Read Sarah's story about the positive effects of exercise
Your guide to diagnosis, treatment and living well with CLL
This free booklet covers essential information about CLL for you, your family and friends. Written with the help of people diagnosed with CLL, it includes many ideas on ways to stay positive and enjoy life to the full.