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Finding the power to shut down a key blood cancer causing protein
Research aimed at finding a way to shut down a specific malfunctioning protein linked with a high number of blood cancer cases is the latest recipient of Leukaemia & Myeloma Research UK’s (LMRUK) annual grant. Dr Ricardo Fernandes and his team at the Department of...

Cycling trio saddle up for an iconic ride in memory of a much-loved mum and sister
It will be a real family affair when three cyclists saddle up for the iconic, 55-mile London to Brighton Bike Ride, in aid of blood cancer research charity, Leukaemia & Myeloma Research UK (LMRUK). Andy White, 41, will be joined by his 40 -year-old brother Russell...

Our June e-newsletter
In this eNewsletter we’re sharing two fantastic fundraising stories to inspire you to take part in your very own challenge, as well as announcing the most recent appointment to our Research Review Committee. We’re also highlighting the incredible effort of...

Fundraisers Naomi and Dom are getting ready for night-time hike up Snowdon
A night-time trek up the highest mountain in Wales in aid of Leukaemia and Myeloma Research UK (LMRUK) is the fundraising challenge that Naomi Robinson and Dominic Cleary from Wigan in Lancashire have set themselves. The pair are determined to succeed in the ‘Snowdon...

A mighty stride for Leukaemia & Myeloma Research UK
34-year-old Laura Henderson from Cullen, a small village in the north of Scotland, is taking on the Mighty Stride challenge, part of the Aberdeen Kiltwalk, to raise money for Leukaemia & Myeloma Research UK (LMRUK). Laura will be joined by her two friends; Leanne...

Reaching exhilarating new heights to raise money for charity
21-year-old Ben Saunders from Eastbourne in East Sussex is gearing up to take part in an epic skydiving challenge to raise money for Leukaemia & Myeloma Research UK (LMRUK), in memory of childhood friend, William Pearce. William was diagnosed with leukaemia at the...

Our March e-newsletter
In our latest update, we’re encouraging our fantastic supports to take part in our March for Myeloma challenge, plus we’re sharing facts and stats about myeloma to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms to look out for. We also share an inspiring fundraising story...

Myeloma patient raises extraordinary funds for charity and local support groups
Restaurant owners, Elaine and Peter Kinsella have raised an impressive £15,000 in three months for Leukaemia & Myeloma Research UK (LMRUK), West Lancs and Merseyside Myeloma Support Group (WL&M Myeloma) and the Liverpool Haematology Patient Support Group...

What is a stem cell transplant?
To help you to understand what stem cells are, what they can be used for and what a stem cell transplant is, we’ve answered some of your frequently asked questions. What are stem cells? Stem cells are produced by bone marrow and can divide themselves to produce more....

March for Myeloma Awareness Month
We want to raise awareness of myeloma, one of the three main types of blood cancer, and help you to understand the signs, symptoms and treatments, which is why this March we’re hosting a Myeloma Awareness Month. You can join in the conversation by keeping an eye on...