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Essence

Two weeks before my 18th birthday, I was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). Weeks leading up to this diagnosis, I had constant headaches, a …

Allie

On July , , I rang a bell in the lobby of the Cincinnati Children's Hospital that signified the end of my chemotherapy treatments and the beginning of…

Person seated outdoors at a café-style setting, holding a large stemmed glass filled with a bright pink drink garnished with an orange slice, mint leaves, and a straw. The individual is wearing a light blue long-sleeve shirt, a wristwatch, and sunglasses resting on top of their head. In the background, there are wicker chairs, other people seated, green trees, and a clear blue sky with some clouds.

Nancy

As I write this story, “my story,” I am on an airplane somewhere between New York and Eastern Europe, beginning a trip I have dreamed of for most of m…

Greysun

Hi! My name is Greysun! I was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) on March , . I was fortunate to get outstanding medical treatment at UNC Chi…

Penny Man stands with a jars of penny collected for blood cancer resources

Penny Man (Jonathan)

My name is Jonathan, but I really like to be called "The Penny Man.” I have been collecting pennies for over years and then donating them to The Leuk…

Man and woman sitting on couch with two girls sitting on their lap, wearing yellow accessories

Martin

In February of , at years old, Martin Levano Quispe was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). Soon after being diagnosed, the COVID pand…

Diane

My journey with The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS) started in when my spouse was diagnosed with orbital lymphoma. I have been working in the on…

A large group of runners gathered at the starting line of a city marathon event. The foreground shows a person wearing a purple and white athletic shirt with a hydration vest featuring neon green accents. Other participants around are dressed in various athletic gear, including tank tops and race bibs. In the background, tall modern buildings, traffic lights, and a red inflatable race marker are visible, indicating an urban setting.

Carol

I am running in honor of my mom, who is currently battling chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). I am here to help raise funds for all those battling b…

Caregiver

Elisabeth

I was first diagnosed at years old with stage Hodgkin lymphoma, a blood cancer. I didn’t even know what the word cancer meant. I remember sitting at…

Stories

YAconnect: Young Adults Living with Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma

Ashley

I had acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL) in . I went in to have surgery to remove all four of my wisdom teeth and never stopped bleeding after surgery…

Shelley

Twenty years ago I was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). My husband, Remi and I were married and just moved to Virginia, where Remi w…

Aaron

Aaron was taken to urgent care after he developed a rash that didn't seem right. The next day, he was admitted into The Children's Hospital, and hour…

Steve

Happy Pride! As a member of LLS’s new LGBTQIA+ employee resource group, Prism Alliance, and as staff in the Office of Public Policy (OPP), I’m excited…

A woman shares a joyful moment with the character Piglet at a sunny theme park, standing close together as the bright pink costume radiates playfulness and warmth. The lively crowd and cheerful atmosphere create a sense of lightness and celebration—reflecting the importance of holding onto happiness, hope, and cherished memories for families whose lives have been touched by blood cancer.

Chris

On October , , at : p.m., Stacey left. Those are numbers I will always know without thinking. We went to UC General on the morning of September , as s…

Stories

Gina

I was diagnosed with CML on May , . Up until December , my disease was managed by oral chemo, then unexpectedly, I went into a blast crisis and progr…

Living with Acute Leukemia

Kennedy

Kennedy was diagnosed with mono at age . Within a week she developed swelling and had a hard time breathing when laying down. Our pediatrician advised…