Tracey is
Blood Cancer United

Snapshot of Tracey with her dog, a cancer survivor

I was diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) in 2021 after a routine physical after my 50th birthday. It was a complete shock and I was scared and unsure of what my future would look like. With the help of my doctors and Blood Cancer United I feel prepared to make informed decisions about my future. I participate in medical research studies and intend to join a clinical trial (that a clinical nurse at Blood Cancer United told me about) when I need treatment.

My dog and I recently participated in the 25-mile dog walk challenge and did fundraising to support this amazing organization. I continue to see my oncologist every 3 months and know that when the time comes, I’m going to give this 'monkey on my back' the ride of its life!

Tracey

Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)

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Tracey

chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)

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Sonia

chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)

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Fred

non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) and chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)

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Deb

Family member, volunteer, supporter/donor

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Arturo Pierre

chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)

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Norman

chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL)

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Carol

Family member and supporter

A blood cancer patient stands in a driveway at sunset holding a road bike, wearing a helmet, cycling jersey, and shorts, with a white pickup truck and suburban homes in the background, conveying strength, activity, and determination.

Philip

chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)

Headshot of Mike, a CLL Survivor

Mike

chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)

Headshot of Angela in front of books in library, a cancer survivor

Angela

chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)

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Marty

chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)

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Roberta

chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)

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