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Tony

It was years ago that Tony was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) at age . Back then, the disease wasn't very well understood, and the…

Janie

My name is Janie, and I was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) almost one year ago at years old. I am married with two children and am so ha…

Dare 2 Dream

Alana

My name is Alana, and I’m years old. Here is my story. On June , , I was out having dinner with my family, and my smartwatch told me that my heart ra…

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Forest

In September , our world crashed when I was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). Over the next several years, I experienced numerous che…

A man lies in a hospital bed wearing a bright red cape, surrounded by IV lines, medical tubing, and snacks on his bedside tray. The cape draped across his shoulders adds a touch of courage and lightness to the clinical setting, reflecting the strength, hope, and unwavering spirit often shown by individuals and families whose lives have been touched by blood cancer.

Michael

In April , I was diagnosed with stage peripheral lymphoma (PTCL). I enrolled in a phase clinical trial through VCU Massey Cancer Center. After the …

Stories

A group of people standing in a circle with their arms extended inward, forming a cluster of fists. Each person is wearing a purple wristband with text on it. The image shows a variety of skin tones and clothing styles, including patterned sleeves and solid colors. The focus is on the unity and collective gesture of the group.

Isabel

My journey began unexpectedly when I was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) at just seven weeks pregnant. It all started with what I thought was the…

Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) signs and symptoms

The signs and symptoms of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) are common to other, less serious illnesses. However, if you're troubled by any of the followin…

Blood Cancer

Carlos

In March , I went through something I hoped would be my final battle with cancer — an autologous stem cell transplant after being diagnosed with stage…

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Will

My son Will was a vibrant, active, and typical junior in high school. He was living life to the fullest with a rigorous class schedule, working, train…

Dare 2 Dream

Dominick

My grandson, Dominick, was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in November . He was / years old and it was only eight months after hi…

Cynthia

In June , I dislocated my knee. I saw the doctor and after an MRI and an was told I needed physical therapy and rest. I did both and my knee saw a sl…

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Keri

In the Summer of , I started losing weight. As an avid CrossFit athlete, I thought it was from working hard in the gym. Next came fatigue; I just thou…

Targeting the inflammasome in CMML

Overactivation of the inflammasome is seen in CMML and leads to worsening of this condition. We will explore the potential of a new inflammasome inhib…

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CAR T-Cell Therapy: A Path of Hope and Healing

This docuseries was created to to inform blood cancer patients, caregivers, healthcare providers, and the public about the revolutionary progress of c…

Steven

I have a rare blood cancer. It is Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia (WM), a type of lymphoma (NHL), but some doctors say it has the same characteristics …

Stories

Stratified treatment of newly diagnosed MCL based on the presence or absence of high risk features utilizing non-cytotoxic agents.

We believe that regimens without chemotherapy can induce significant and durable remissions in patients with Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL). We will confi…