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Five facts about AML you might not know
There are over 100 variants of blood cancer, including types of Leukaemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma. They can come in different forms from acute (fast-growing) to chronic (slow-growing). Sunday 21st April marks Acute Myeloid Leukaemia (AML) World Awareness Day which sees...
Golf Captain’s year of fundraising for blood cancer
A keen golfer who lost both his parents to blood cancers is dedicating his year as captain of his local club to raising funds for Leukaemia and Myeloma Research UK (LMRUK). On 1st April, Kevin Pluck, 59, took over the captaincy of the golf club that plays at Kingsway...
Running for blood cancer awareness
Two keen runners have raised more than £1,500 for Leukaemia & Myeloma Research UK (LMRUK). Francis Lea, 25 and Chris Cattrall, 44, took part in events at Dorney Lakes, near Windsor on Sunday (March 10) and raised the money through sponsorship from friends, family...
Our Spring 2024 update
In our March e-newsletter, we share how we’re marking Myeloma Awareness Month by teaming up with members of the West Lancs & Merseyside Myeloma Support Group, as well as sharing facts about this form of blood cancer. We also shine a light on our recent fundraisers...
Myeloma patients share their stories to help others
Five Myeloma patients have shared their symptoms and diagnosis to help others affected by blood cancer to mark Myeloma Awareness Month this March. In an initiative led by Leukaemia and Myeloma Research UK (LMRUK), we’ve partnered with members of the West Lancs &...
Join in the conversation this World Cancer Day
Join in the conversation this World Cancer Day Sunday 4th February marks World Cancer Day, a leading international initiative now in its 24th year dedicated to raising awareness and improving education about the many forms of cancer. There are over 19 million new...
Fundraiser, Francis Lea to run 10k in memory of his father
A keen runner who took up the activity after his father passed away from Leukaemia is set to run 10k in aid of our charity this spring. Francis Lea, 25, lost his father Colin, who worked for 45-and-a-half years as a Postman, in August 2022. Colin, 63, had been working...
Supporting charity in 2024
Is taking to the skies for an epic skydive on your bucket list? Or is this the year that you dust off your running shoes and prepare for an endurance challenge? We are encouraging people to step outside of their comfort zones and try their hand at something new, while...
Our winter e-newsletter
In our latest update, we’re taking the opportunity to celebrate our brilliant achievements which have only been made possible thanks to your support and generosity. From investing in pioneering research to shining a light on our fantastic fundraisers, and championing...
Leukaemia & Myeloma Research UK’s 2023 highlights
It’s been a busy year for Leukaemia & Myeloma Research UK (LMRUK) and we’re celebrating the incredible support from staff, volunteers and fundraisers who enable our charity to continue our vital work. We’re committed to educating people on the common symptoms of...
