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A man stands confidently against a pale wall, dressed in a stylish light‑blue blazer, crisp white shirt, warm rust‑colored tie, and navy trousers. His relaxed posture and polished appearance create a sense of quiet strength and dignity, reflecting the resilience, courage, and hope carried by so many whose lives have been touched by blood cancer.

Tony

Tony built his life around health. As a fitness professional, he spent his days staying active and helping others strengthen their bodies–never imagin…

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Living with Myeloma

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A serene skincare studio is softly lit with warm, calming light, reflecting off neatly arranged bottles and framed certificates on the wall. An individual in a clean white uniform sits at a desk with a glowing candle, computer, and organized tools, gesturing gently toward the screen during what appears to be a virtual consultation. The peaceful, carefully curated space conveys a sense of care and grounded strength—an atmosphere that contrasts yet harmonizes with the courage required throughout a blood cancer journey.

Danielle

In January , at the pinnacle of my -year career in esthetics and oncology skincare, I transitioned from the expert providing comfort to the patient se…

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Barbara

In January , I was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). I was in disbelief that at years old, I had cancer. Because it was acute, I had to st…

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Navigating Blood Cancer Wellness & Support

Program details:Join Blood Cancer United for an evening of education and connection. This dinner program is open to anyone affected by blood cancer, i…

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Understanding the causes of polycythemia vera

Table of contentsUnderstanding the causes of polycythemia veraWhat is polycythemia vera?The primary cause: JAK2 gene mutationRisk factors for developi…

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Daniel

My dad was diagnosed with lymphoma (NHL) in . The outlook sounded so bleak that he considered not pursuing treatment, but I pleaded with him to do ch…

Stories

A softly lit outdoor setting shows an individual wearing a warm, rust‑colored sweater, seated with one hand gently resting near the chin. Sunlight filters through a covered pavilion, with blurred picnic tables and green grass in the background. The peaceful, everyday moment carries a quiet sense of resilience and warmth, offering a tender contrast to the challenges of a blood cancer journey.

Carla

I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma (MM) in October . I saw a nephrologist, and he first thought I had kidney disease and took many vials of blood a…

Financial Support

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A portrait-style image shows an individual with shoulder-length, light-brown hair, wearing a purple textured top against a neutral gray background. The calm, studio-like setting conveys a sense of steadiness and dignity, offering a quiet contrast to the difficult realities of a blood cancer journey. The overall composition evokes strength through simplicity, highlighting a moment of poised stillness amid uncertainty.

Debra

My connection to Blood Cancer United’s mission began through my younger sister, Patti. She was diagnosed with lymphoma (NHL) in at the age of . We a…

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Living Well with Blood Cancer

Program details:Join Blood Cancer United for this supportive and informative program designed for patients, caregivers, and anyone navigating life wit…

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Tim

I was diagnosed with follicular lymphoma (NHL) in preparation for heart surgery. While my disease was stage , it was also , and I went ahead and had …

Stories

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Mya

It was the end of my senior year in high school, and I was thrilled to be admitted into NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts to achieve my double bachelor's…

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A hospital room filled with medical equipment forms the backdrop as two individuals sit closely together at a small table, each wearing large headphones and speaking into professional microphones. An audio mixer with colorful controls sits between them, surrounded by cables and devices. IV poles and infusion bags stand behind the pair, grounding the setting in the reality of treatment. The scene captures a moment of connection and determination—creating something meaningful in the midst of a blood cancer journey.

Lindsey

Before his diagnosis, Thomas spent his career as a nurse, devoting his life to caring for others. In , our family faced a series of circumstances. Th…

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Joy

My name is Joy, and I am a victor over stage IV peripheral lymphoma (PTCL). I have been for + years. While I was going through my cancer treatment, …

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Brunch with Blood Cancer Experts

Program detailsWe invite blood cancer patients, survivors, and their loved ones to join us for a morning of education and connection! Hear from Univer…

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FDA Approves Combination Treatment for Multiple Myeloma

Blood Cancer United has played a role in supporting the foundational research that paved the way for this approval. Over more than a decade, we have …

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Matthew Walter

Dr. Walter is the Edward P. Evans Endowed Professor of Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS) at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and th…

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There is no “good kind of cancer”

Some cancers are called “the good kind.” But they all have a profound effect on patients and survivors.

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Blood Cancer

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YAconnect: Young Adults Living with Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma

Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Travel Fund

Assists eligible patients diagnosed with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. or U.S territories.