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Samuel, pediatric blood cancer patient, in hospital wearing a lobster hat made from paper

Samuel

On June , , my sweet, goofy, little boy, Samuel, turned years old, and we had a big celebration. We threw Samuel a beautiful birthday party surrounde…

Halley, Lymphoma survivor

Halley

My story with cancer began long before I was diagnosed this year at . When I was years old, my - sister, Hannah, became too tired to play with me. As…

Myeloma cell and model of human skeleton

Champions in myeloma research, Part 2: A conversation with Suzanne Lentzsch, M.D., Ph.D.

To commemorate both Myeloma Awareness Month and Women’s History Month during March, I’ve been talking with women scientists who are driving discovery…

2 people on a ski chairlift with helmets and googles, one is Mike, Mulitple Myeoloma patient

Mike

My personal story with blood cancer started in but nobody really knew how long it was brewing. A day came when back spasms started raging and my Prim…

CLL Society

To address the unmet needs of the CLL patient and related blood cancer communities Provides disease, treatment and clinical trial information …

Gil, Non-Hodgkins lymphoma (NHL) patient, pictured astride a horse

Gil

I was sitting alone in a stark, clean examination room on September , , at the Dana Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI) in Brookline, Massachusetts when my…

Portrait of Jason, volunteer

Jason

From an early age, Jason Wexler showed an interest in curing cancer and would even make "potions," according to his mother, Sherri. An extrovert like …

Lynn, and three others in white and black shirts smiling

Paul & Lynn

In , after years of working in the railroad industry, Paul Sauter was just starting to enjoy his retirement when his health started to decline out of…

American Psychosocial Oncology Society (APOS)

To bring together professionals working in the psychological, behavioral and social aspects of cancer.

A man stands in a treatment room wearing headphones, one hand lightly resting on an IV pole as medical lines trail gently from his arm. Soft light filters through the patterned privacy curtains around him, creating a calm, focused atmosphere. The moment reflects quiet determination, resilience, and the unwavering strength so often shown by people and families whose lives have been touched by blood cancer.

Jeremiah

Hi, my name is Jeremiah. I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma (MM) in October after suffering from the most unusual and excruciating pain and physic…

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Shar

For the past nine years as a physician assistant, I have had the privilege of taking care of acute leukemia, lymphoma and bone marrow transplant pati…

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Anne

I had breast cancer years ago at age . I had a double mastectomy and four rounds of chemotherapy. I didn't know that the treatments for breast cancer…

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Kabir

Kabir is an boy who is very affectionate, loving, and sweet. He has endless interests and loves dogs, superheroes, ponies, mermaids, magic shows, zoo…

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Julie

March , - years since acute myeloid leukemia (AML) diagnosis, CURED!!! I am so blessed to be alive to celebrate my 7th year since diagnosis of AML! W…

Nicolas, age 10, sitting on a hospital bed with game controller and headphones, bald from treatment

Nicolas

My name is Nicolas Hambalek and I am years old. Before my diagnosis I was a completely healthy child, in fact I was rarely ever sick. I played baseba…

Central Nervous System (CNS) Lymphoma

General Information Central nervous system lymphoma is a rare lymphoma in which malignant (cancer) cells from lymph tissue form in the brain and/o…

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Monica

This story I am about to share really is not mine; it is my family's story, and it is still very much ongoing.My parents are David and Sally, and I am…

A young couple posing on a hiking trail,  cancer survivor

Allison

During the start of the pandemic, my boyfriend began working out from home with all the gyms being closed. While working out, he discovered a lump und…

A group of three adults sits together on a low stone wall at a sunny waterfront area, smiling and enjoying the day. A seagull spreads its wings behind them, creating a playful moment in the scene. The relaxed outdoor setting can accompany stories or awareness efforts related to blood cancer, highlighting community, support, and joy.

Lauren

My father, Patrick, was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in January . He underwent treatment and chemotherapy and received his first bone m…

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Dale

My husband, Dale, was first diagnosed with leukemia in October , after we noticed a bubble under his chin. His chemo treatment lasted for four months,…

Cindy and Natasha outside at night, bald from treatment holding same white Light the Night Lantern

Natasha & Cindy

My first day of treatment was on July , , at UCLA Medical. That's where I met Natasha. I was a bit nervous going in and not knowing what to expect so …

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Sharon

Sharon Clark was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in after experiencing unusual symptoms like aches and fatigue. Her treatment has included multiple c…

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David

I was diagnosed on December , , after six weeks of bloodwork that wasn't leading to good outcomes. My hematologist had me do a bone marrow biopsy on D…

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Steven looking at his cellphone,  a cancer survivor

Steven

In , I was and in pretty good shape. I was at the gym working out, and after a certain lift, I could not get off the bench by myself. After being hel…

Close up of adult cancer survivor, Dean, in a suit and tie, smiling

Dean

In October , after a trip to the ER with pain in my abdomen, I was diagnosed with stage , large B cell, multiple location, lymphoma.My oncologist ori…