Say thanks to our researchers

Janet Mellor

This message is to thank all the dedicated researchers who strive tirelessly to try and find new ways to treat this awful disease. My mum was diagnosed with AML on her 65th Birthday 2004, and was rushed immediately to P Floor at the Hallamshire Hospital Sheffield. The Doctors and Nurses were incredible, but if it wasn’t for the researchers constantly trialling new combinations of drugs to try and beat Leukaemia, many more loved ones would be lost so thank you. Sleep well Mamma you fought well

Leukaemia Researchers

When my daughter was first diagnosed with leukaemia, she spent her 4th birthday in a glass isolation box at the end of the ward. We were told she had a 35 - 40% chance of survival and would not be able to have any children. She is now 51 , leading a full life having had three sons. We are forever grateful to all involved in research and treatment. Keep up your great work .

Anyone

I pray to god you find a cure for any cancer. I wish you all the best

Dedicated to researchers in finding ways to fight leukemia.

May luck accompany you on your difficult path! ... This is a very worthy service! ... - You just need to remember that you are trying to defeat the consequences... - Unfortunately, the causes are hidden deep in society..., - and not many, - even if your efforts are crowned with success, - will receive such a desired recovery..., - But to alleviate suffering, to give hope, - and most importantly, to determine the reasons (and not only physiological, but, as I think, more moral). May Got bless!

All the researchers looking into a cure for leukaemia

Thank you for what you are doing. My 12 year old grandson is undergoing treatment at Manchester Children's hospital at the moment your research will help other children and adults to overcome this awful disease. Thank you

All the dedicated and hard working researchers within Leukaemia uk

If it wasn't for your dedication and passion in following in this field we would be way behind in studying to eradicate blood cancers. Well done all involved , keep up the great work, it means so much to so many.

My cousin Simmy

I wish all of your team renewed strength and vigour to carry out the wonderful work that you do and hope that by your efforts you will save many more lives

Research Team

In October 2019 I was told that I had AML, now almost 4 years down the line I am 3 years post transplant and clear of cancer. It has been an incredible journey with a lot of low’s and a few highs, and it’s all thanks to the research team and the fantastic treatment from all the McMillan staff. I am now able to live life to the full. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Les

Chris Wierzbicki

12 years ago my son Chris was diagnosed with AML, he received (at the time) experimental treatment at The Heath Hospital in Cardiff which was very brutal on him and hard for us to watch. Fortunately the treatment was 100%, all his bone marrow test were negative and he has been completely clear since leaving treatment. Thank you to all involved in the research, delivery and care in Leukaemia wards around the UK.

The researchers of leukaemia uk

Thank you so much for your dedication in the research of leukemia- my husband wouldn't be here without the quick diagnosis and treatment he received - he is now cancer free 3 years on. Thank you once again for the wonderful job you do.

Me and my family

In 2005, after 5 months in City hospital in Nottingham, Professor Russell quite simply saved my life to enable me to come home to my husband and young, bewildered children who were 10 and 5 at the time. I had a new treatment which, thank to you guys, sees me still here 18 years later. I can't thank you enough! Keep up the excellent and important work! Jackie

My Dad

Keep doing what you do My Dad died of prostate cancer now early detection is critical because of your research So thanks

Sheila

Push on push on. You will win and so shall we.

All of you

THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK AND DEDICATION TO THIS VERY IMPORTANT CAUSE, PLEASE KEEP GOING AND FIND A CURE FOR THIS TERRIBLE DISEASE THAT AFFECTS SO MANY INCLUDING MY SISTER ELAINE🙏🙏🙏

Researchers

I want you to know all your hard work and dedication is appreciated. It may feel the opposite at times, the endless hours you all put in but there's a bright light at the end of the tunnel for the people you are helping. Please keep up the great work you are all doing and thank you all. God will bless Ur hands

Me

Thank you for all that you do to offer us hope of finding a cure. I have discovered the amazing effect of Avocatin B found only in avocados, on killing off my leukaemia cells. The Canadians have done some research. Please look at this as it could be a simple way of helping others. Thanks

My father

Well firstly my father was diagnosed with it in his later years ( at the age of 90 ) , that was not the cause of his death but stomach cancer was . Also it does not seem to be as treatable as some other cancers , I have also noticed that besides adults it seems to affect children probably more than any other childhood cancers does. Well yes it is obviously devastating when anyone gets a diagnosis of this terrible disease , let's pray for a cure soon please .

All you lovely researchers.....

Having two dear friends who have been diagnosed with different types of blood cancer, I'd like to thank you for all you've done, are doing, and will continue to do, for sufferers of leukaemia. Your hard work, knowledge, skill and diligence are so very much appreciated, as you work to find a cure for leukaemia. Bless you all xx

All at leukaemia uk

I would like to say keep doing what you’re passionate about because things have come on so much since my brother mark passed away from this horrible illness and I think about him every day you’re doing amazing job.

Leukaemia researchers

I would like to thank guys like yourselves that are so dedicated to researching alternative treatments for leukaemia. My husband was diagnosed 2011 in Dublin where we were living at the time. Had 4courses of Bendamustine and Rituximed which had only just been sanctioned in Ireland. Moved back to UK in 2015 and 2021 was put on Ibrutineb. It affected his extremities so now on half dosage. We feel so blessed that these new drugs were available thanks to people like yourselves. He is 81.

Young people

Early diagnosis is only possible if more doctors are aware of symptoms. I was lucky my GP had trained on an oncology unit. My son survived mainly due to him and better drugs as a result of research

Researchers of leukaemia

Thank you for all you do. My younger sister Brenda has CLL for last 7 years. You are keeping her alive with chemo tablets etc. Many thanks x

All of the research team

Thank you for your hard work helping people like me and my family.I was diagnosed with CML in may 2022 and without your research my medication might not exist and this would have a massive impact on my life.Keep doing what you are doing.Thank you x

Stephen jones

I live in hope that there is a cure for leukaemia as my hubby passed away at the age of 30 we had two young children who are now 36 and 33 and have a grandaughter now which I hope my hubby is looking dwn on them all with great proudness of their achievements

Gaynor Mount

Thankyou for all you do keep fighting the fight to make this dreadful disease disappear😔 nothing worked for Gaynor so I don't want anyone else to go through what she went through... Gone but never forgotten 💔

The research team

Your work is of great value, Much appreciated by me and any interested partie, don't stop doing what saves lives.

All Researchers

As a ALL survivor from 1979, I found out, when I was 40 years old that, that back in the day, I was part of a trial ( whatever that means- I certainly don’t ) and that I would have to have annual blood tests for the rest of my life!However, after the retirement of my consultant at The Lister Hospital, Stevenage; as it was back then, the hospital lost my gigantic set of notes, and suddenly no one was interested-I had a benign L sided meningioma Aug 18-?relevant, as had cranial radiation-thank you

Mr Brian Hellen Snr

Thanks for all you do keep up the good work, let’s hope you continue to make progress

In honour of my lovely stepdad in his ongoing battle

Thanks to all the researchers who are tirelessly working to find treatments and cures, define the different strains of the illness, and give people like my stepdad the best chance. Each time he is in the hospital in-patient or out-patient I always feel that he is getting the best help possible and that there is hope for future treatments. Thank you all SO MUCH

James Attfield

My husband had a bone marrow transplant 12 years ago which meant that I had him for another 9 years. Sadly his AML came back and I lost him three years ago. If only there was a treatment that could have saved him! This is why I applaud any research that will provide a lifeline for anyone with blood cancer. Keep going and hopefully there will be a cure one day. With love and best wishes to all those involved in this research.

Researchers into treatments for Leukaemias

I was first diagnosed with CLL aged 62 in 2003 I was on w&w until September 2014 I started treatment with Bendamustine & Rituximab, I suffered with neutropaenia and hospitalised 4 times.It was successful and I was in remission for 4 years. In 2019 I was treated with Ibrutinib which affected my heart but was in remission for a year. In 2020 I started Venetoclax therapy which has been hugely successful and now aged 82, I enjoy a full, active life thanks to the enormous efforts of researchers.

Unknown life savers aka blood donors

You saved her life! Researchers, scientists, pharmacists, the medical team, the unknown hero’s, the blood donors. Forever grateful and forever lucky, one day, somehow we shall repay this debt. Thank you

Everyone suffering from Leukaemia

I would like research to continue on leukaemia as I was diagnosed with C L L from which there is no cure as of yet and I am very concerned that research for this particular cancer is at the back of the queue

Leukaemia research team

It’s ten year this month since I had my transplant at the heath hospital Cardiff all the research and care that go’s into looking for a cure and the dedication of those from the nurses on the ward doctors and everyone one in research that I am and always will be forever grateful they gave me a second chance of life with only under 10% chance of living it’s the hard work of the research team’s effort and dedication that they put in to helping people to survive leukaemia what a fantastic group

Macmilĺian

Ive lost people to cancer and im grateful your there

All staff involved the the treatment of AML

Even though I am thirteen years post transplant, I will be for ever grateful that the treatment helped me to have those further years, I wasn't sure I would have. Carry on with the good work!

Leukemia Uk

I would like from bottom of my heart to thank for all of you for your hard work and hope you are giving to us,leukaemia patients. Hopefully you will continue for years to come.

The dedicated people who help transform people's lives

My son had ALL, 3/52 remission then developed AML( therapy related). Thank you for his gift of life.. nearly 1 year post stem cell transplant! Xx

Sarah and Alfred Luckett (my parents, both of whom died from forms of cancer)

Thank you so much for all that you do for leukaemia patients. I hope that you all will be able to continue your good work and a big part of that is that you'll have enough funds to continue working. God Bless you all!

Tony

I lost my husband Tony to Acute Myeloid Leukaemia in 2008. This developed suddenly following treatment for Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. Thank you, all of you, who are researching into how to defeat or mitigate the effects of these diseases. Your work is invaluable.

Everyone trying to cure and treat leukemia

Thank you for all that you do. Make an Army slogan, your slogan as thousands depend on you Never Give Up, Never Give In

Everyone diagnosed with Leukaemia.

Research is the way forward to find cures for all kinds of Cancer and prevent the sad loss of so many wonderful loved ones who succumb to its effects . Life limiting conditions are horrendous and one day we will be able to diagnose earlier and intervene with stem cells or new understanding of the causes and prolong life expectations . I hope that everyone is able to access support and counselling to help them overcome the fear and anxiety that diagnosis triggers . Yours sincerely Linda

My husband

How can I begin to say thank you to all of the amazing people you are inspirational.. Billy was Diagnosed withCML in 1997 .. & had 3 transplants over a period of 10 years .. illy was the first person in Scotland to receive bone marrow from his Dad who was a perfect match .. he was a celebrity in our town .. thanks to your constant efforts to find cures for leukaemia .. & a pioneering Drug (GLeevec) my husband is here with us all today .. we will be forever grateful to all of you xxx

Children lost to leukaemia

Thank you for making the world and children’s lives better. Keep up the great work!

Everyone with leukaemia & BM cancers

Keep up the good work. Research is vital to continue improving people’s lives and survival rates. Thank you

Douglas Gronow

Please keep on researching to find a cure for this horrible disease. Unfortunately my brother was unable to have treatment and passed away last August. There are many others that will benefit from treatment. Keep up the good work.

Researchers

I have had CML for 6 years and I now wake up every day knowing that I am only alive due to the untiring research efforts of the blood cancer teams. x

The researchers

Thank you so much for all the work you do, all the people you have helped and the lives you have saved , you truly are Angels on earth.

Those who tire themselves for others' benefit

Well done: your efforts are worthy, their fruits felt by many. God bless you all

the researchers

where would all the poorly be without your kindness knowledge & compassion dedicated professionals Thank You

All those diagnosed and their families.

Thank you researchers. Your work must encourage those with leukemia and their families.

The royal free hospital. U.C.L.H. the McMillan centre in London.

Hi to all those people who worked tirelessly with enthusiasm,care and cosseted with unconditional emotion. To the resources that were available, researchers with out you there would be no me. We need you most along with our doner . You are the engine that drives the world of cancer success. Every day I bless you all..

Jan

Sadly lost Jan to this terrible disease but thank you for all your hard work and the hope that others will be saved

The Researchers

I would like to send a heart felt thank you to all doctors nurses and consultants at both the Western General Hospital Edinburgh and the Beatson Hospital Glasgow for their exemplary treatment given to me when I was struck down with AML,I have come through all the necessary chemotherapy and the stem cell transplant to get this terrible illness into remission and it has all been worth the pain and suffering because now I am cancer free this would not have been possible without the researchers

Ash Firth

I lost my Dad suddenly to AML and that day will haunt me for the rest of my life. What you are doing is potentially going to stop this disease from devastating lives. I am so humbled by your dedication and service. Your job, it could be argued, is the most important on the planet. Thank you for dedicating yourself to this amazing challenge. What you’re doing is giving people hope. Good luck and god bless you. I’ve got everything crossed! xxx

Leukaemia Research

May I take this opportunity to wish all of those involved with doing research into Leukaemia all the best in making advancements in the treatment of this terrible disease. In the course of being treated for an unrelated condition, my father was found to have Leukaemia, and sadly died not long after. But he was well looked after in the final months of his life, and in common with other victims of Leukaemia, his death is far from being in vain. To all involved, keep up the good work.

Lincoln Hospital Team.

Thank you to all the nurses and support Staff. At the Ingham Ward. For taking care of me for 13months and 65 chemo treatments. Brilliant staff and the volunteers who were always there. To my Son and Daughter Damian and Charlotte for their support for 2years. Having survived Leukaemia I now have another battle as I have been Diagnosed with Lung Cancer. Due to start Treatment shortly. Regards Paul

My amazing dad who's memory lives on in our hearts

I lost my dad in February last year to AML. It has crippled us as a family as before he became poorly he was super fit and healthy. Seeing a healthy man become so poorly in such a short period of time broke our hearts. He was so brave but his diagnosis was terminal and we had been given the news he had one year to live. Dad only lived 7 months after being diagnosed with this disease. Your ongoing research is so important. I hope that one day there will be a cure or a better outcome this disease

Michael and Bridget.

I was a sick children's nurse in the early 70's. None of the children with leukaemia that I cared for survived at that time 😔 Now,as a result of research and development, and the work of Leukaemia UK ,survival rates have improved for children. I dedicate my message to two of my patients I remember in particular. Michael and Bridget. Now,in a different era, they would have stood a good chance of survival 🙂

Tracey Diane Brooke 03/08/1968 to 05/02/1972

My beloved little girl was diagnosed with lymphatic leukaemia finally on 08/06/1970 after being ill on and off for 6 months We were told her life expectancy would be 2 years She was first admitted to hospital in February 1970 She was given a relativey new drug called Adryomycyn a few daysbefore she died. The Drs told me it could be lethal but it was her only chance.For Tracey sadly did'nt work she died just 2 years after first becoming ill I believe her real legacy is now 4 out 5 are cured

My student

One of my past students was diagnosed with leukaemia shortly after leaving school. The news was devastating for him, the family and the staff in my school. We feared the worst as he was in more advanced stage. Fast forward a few months, he seems to do better, he is able to visit places and enjoys life (he shares his adventures on FB) and seems to cope with the illness in his own way. And whatever the outcome will be, your research made all this possible. Thank you.

My doctor's and nurses ❤️

Got diagnosed with leukaemia in 2012 you have to be strong to get to the other side.. it's a long road! I'm still here in 2023 thanks to all the researchers they saved my life. Regards William

My son

I was devastated when we nearly lost my son just over a year ago to AML, having lost his dad to sarcoma 15 years previously. I cannot thank you enough for bringing him back to us with his treatment, debilitating though it was, and a bone marrow transplant. He is now beginning to enjoy life with his very young family. Please keep up the good work, where would we be without you? God bless you all.

Mum

My mum received such excellent treatment in 2013-14 before she died of AML and I'm sure by now even more is possible. Keep up the good work - we all appreciate it.

All the researchers

Thank you for doing the research that is helping my son to fight Leukaemia. He had a transplant in November and we’re hoping that his gut GVHD will settle soon. I’ve been fundraising and hope to donate more in a few months from an event.

Graham Swinson, my father in law

Thank you for all your work . I hope you help other families benefit from having their loved ones with them longer and in better health. I miss my father in law , Graham. He helped chase pain and disappointmentaway. He gave family and care and refreshment. He is sorely missed. Keep up the good work. Alison Swinson

To all involved in research

Thank you for your dedication and continued research

My parents & friends lost to cancer

I was diagnosed with breast cancer when having a 3 year check but it was so minimal I wouldn't have found it for years as apparently it was slow growing While I was offered a lumpectomy 2 days later told there was a trial that was having wonderful results they were using a new machine it was about less rather than more so I took that had mirco surgery but no other treatment biopsies showed all got away & I was clear 7 years later after yearly checks I was Discharged Researchs thank you

My dad Richard

I lost my dad 6 months ago today after a 3 week fight against leukaemia. He died aged 63. We miss him so much. Leukaemia is a terrible disease and I pray you can make advances to fight this horrible disease.

All researchers into leukaemia

With sincere appreciation and gratitude for all you hard work and dedication. As a CLL patient on cycle 9 of Obi/Venetoclax treatment, you, and your peers and predecessors, have given me a chance of a longer life and hope for a future.

My mum

Keep up the great work that you do. maybe one day their will be a cure for all cancers I lost my mum in 2021 she had cll for 7years wouldn’t wish cancer on anyone

My grandson

My grandson was diagnosed with ALL shortly before his 11th birthday. Thanks to researchers like you and the care he received from Addenbrookes he is now a wonderful 17 year-old, 6ft 3ins and living life fully. He joined his father, his great uncle and me in doing a skydive last yearfor Leukaemia Care. He said he wanted to give something back. Thank you all, both for the research and the mental support.

Mum-Maureen

My mum died too early at the age of 60 with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. A mum of 5 children and an amazing mum at that . We miss her everyday. Two years later I became unwell and at the extremely early age of 36 I was diagnosed with Chronic Lymphatic Leukaemia. On watch and wait for 16 years. Just before Covid lockdown my bloods had got to a point where I needed treatment. I was offered FCR and combined biological treatment. 2 years later my bloods remain normal. Thank you for the all your hard work

The researchers

Hi I was diagnosed with CML on 17/5/2002, still here thanks to Glivec 👍🏻

Research Team

Thank you for your dedication to research better ways to improve treatments and also diagnosing Leukaemia. I have worked in a Haematology department and have been there and seeing the devastating reactions of patients being diagnosis with Leukaemia and the reactions and side effects of treatment.So it is important to research and find better treatments and also early diagnosis is key. Thank you for all the work you do .

All who strive to heal us.

I have Chronic Lymphocytic Leukaemia and I’m on treatment now. I would like to thank every researcher and scientist who works so hard to make a strangers life better or longer xx

John...my Dad

I lost my Dad to Myloid Leukaemia many years ago when the treatments weren't quite so advanced. I miss him every day and thank you for all the hard work you do. Hopefully not so many people will have to go through the heartbreak that we went through because of your research. Many thanks Diana...

Stuart

This is a horrible illness you wouldn’t wish it on your worst enemy. It’s not a nice club to be in and many leave it early. Keep trying to find ways to bet it, so no other families have to suffer this heartache. Thankyou

Leukaemia UK

I totally admire your hard work, and dedication, and thank you all, keep on doing what you do. Making a difference in a world of much greed and desire for control of others, it is so refreshing to have peoplle such as yourselves. Be well. Kind Regards. Henry.

All Researchers

I lost my husband in May 2020 to ALL after a 2 year fight. The vital research carried out helped with his treatment, unfortunately he did not make it, but I hope that with the continued research many others will be saved.

Adam Coull…my Dad

Thanks for all your hard work. I lost my Dad in 1987, he was 67 and looking forward to retirement, He suffered a great deal, but didn’t make a fuss. He sadly passed away a few months after diagnosis of Leukaemia. There was no treatment that could help him. Your dedication and efforts are helping to stop this heartbreaking situation.

The team at QE hospital Birmingham

Thank you to all of the doctors, nurses, and everyone on the team at QE bham for the fantastic care and support and also to all the dedicated researchers and scientists who enabled me to have a successful bmt

All blood cancer sufferers.

After 5 months o chemo and steroid treatment I have not trace of the Myeloma in my system. It is thanks to the wonderful, kind and dedicated staff who treated me at KIngston Hospital. Wonderful dedication .

All researchers

2 years ago today I was diagnosed with AML. After 18 months of very harsh treatment I had a stem cell transplant in December and am now in remission. I wouldn’t be here now if it wasn’t for research and the excellent care that I had at Eastbourne Hospital and Kings College Hospital. My son recently ran a half marathon and raised several thousand pounds for leukaemia research. Huge thanks to everyone!

Mirdy

My close friend and sister in law has been diagnosed with Acute Myloid Leukaemia. It’s terminal, I do hope your research continues.

Leukaemia (UK)

Hello, I just wanted to say thank you so much, for making all my support for leukaemia patients, possible to thrive, and overcome there fears, of cancer, and for those that sadly didn’t make it thank you for all the treatments you provided, to try and prevent them from dying.. I’m very grateful for your efforts, and life changing medicine, to keep and heal the cancers of other patients, so I really do owe you a enormous thank you.. 💯🤍

My husband, John

Given a terminal diagnosis in Sept 2021 my husband is still here and relatively well. He took part in a targeted drug trial via the Christie Hospital, which kept a lid on his AML for around 15 months. His disease has since progressed but we’re hopeful another trial will become available as he’d be a willing participant. I would like to add my own grateful thanks to all of you involved in research to find treatments and hopefully a cure for this very cruel disease. What a wonderful job you do.

Every Researcher

You are loved and cared for so much. Thank you for all the hard work and all the lives you save. Keep up the good work

Every amazing Leukaemia sufferer

I was 38 when I was diagnosed with this awful illness but many many thanks to the Amazing doctors and Nurses I’m still here and fighting I’m going to be 60 this December no body including my specialists ever thought I’d still be around when I was diagnosed they said May be Id have 5 years and all these years later I’m still going strong so to every sufferer stay strong keep positive my love and thoughts are with you all ❤️

All Involved in Research

8 years in Remission from Acute Myeloid Leukaemia,wouldn't be here if it wasn't for all the researchers and the amazing staff on The Haematology Ward at Salford Royal Hospital,Thank You isn't enough

Leukaemia uk

My daughter jessica was diagnosed with ALL when she was 3, she is now 12 and in year 7 at school. I am grateful for every milestone she hits and its because of the research you and cancer research do. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Without you a piece of my heart is still here

All those suffering with this dreadful disease

Keep on going and never give up! God bless you for your work.

Racheal Davies Daughter

God bless you and give you the strength to carry on your vital work so that Blood cancer no longer takes people like my beautiful daughter.

My daughter Natasha

It's impossible to express how grateful we are for the work that you do. Natasha was diagnosed with ALL in January 2022 at the age of 13. We know that she is still with us and doing well because of research like yours. Others haven't been so lucky so please keep up the excellent work so that in the future nobody loses their life to this cruel disease.

My aunt

Many many thanks for all the research you are doing to help people with this terrible illness .Very very good luck God Bless you all

Paul Smithers (Husband)

I lost Paul to AML in 2020 he was 68 years old he never had the chance to start chemotherapy. I was diagnosed in 2022 with Non Hodgkin Lymphoma and am now in Remission which I am very grateful for.

All the researchers and especially those working in CML

I am now in my 36th year post bone marrow transplant for CML undertaken at Hammersmith under the pioneering treatment of the inspirational and totally wonderful Dr John Goldman (as he was then). I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your work then and now to give people like me hope for the future (even that tiny glimmer of light at the end of a very dark tunnel - my hope then). Ive stayed relatively healthy since then, even managed a wing walk for the Anthony Nolan on my 30th anniversar

To Each and everyone involved in this process.

With deep and continuous heart felt gratitude for continued life. Because I have Beta Thalasemia my E.T. Was not picked up for 3 years. I had several strokes all you do is of vital importance. I am 73 years old and have two Jack Two ?. I would not be here if it were not for the research already done. I owe you my life. I wish you all deep love and bless and thank you everyday, especially when I see my son’s and grandchildren’s faces. Everyday I contact/see my disabled daughter who lives alone.

Anyone

My cousins daughter had leukaemia at aged 3. She survived. I want to encourage you in all you do. Thankyou. One day I believe and pray this awful illness will be cured.

Edward Graepel

I lost my darling son, Edward, to leukaemia in June 2021. He was just 25, and died only 8 weeks after diagnosis. His twin sister, Emily, the rest of his family and many friends were left utterly devastated. He had absolutely everything to live for, but life was whipped away from him in a flash. I very much hope that your research can prevent others suffering the worst effects of this horrific disease, and that other families will avoid the enduring pain that burdens us.