Learn how Yani channelled her powerlifting ability into resilience and strength during her blood cancer diagnosis.| Leukaemia Foundation
The Leukaemia Foundation is the only national charity in Australia dedicated to assisting those with leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma, MDS, MPN, Waldenström's macroglobulinaemia, aplastic anaemia, amyloidosis, and related blood-disorders survive and live a better quality of life.| Leukaemia Foundation
After two intense years of treatment for acute myeloid leukaeamia, Em Meades has a newfound appreciation for the small but important moments in life. This is part four of her story, in her own words The post Small moments are everything…almost two years after diagnosis appeared first on Leukaemia Foundation.| Leukaemia Foundation
Keeping a positive attitude and asking for help made all the difference for Em Meades during her blood cancer treatment. Along the way, she also discovered a love for chicken broth and Lego flowers. This is the third instalment of our four-part series where Em shares her story, in her own words. The post I can’t control what I can’t control appeared first on Leukaemia Foundation.| Leukaemia Foundation
Em Meades shares her wild experiences with chemotherapy, including ketamine hallucinations, and being held hostage by "Disney kids" in part two of her story about living with a blood cancer called acute myeloid leukaemia. The post Hallucinations, Disney kids and holidays in hospital appeared first on Leukaemia Foundation.| Leukaemia Foundation
Em Meades' sense of humour and practical approach were evident throughout her blood cancer experience. This is the first of a four-part series, sharing Em's story in her own words. The post I just want to confirm, it’s definitely not scurvy? appeared first on Leukaemia Foundation.| Leukaemia Foundation
A shock diagnosis of lymphoma at 21 meant Alex Wilson was suddenly faced with big decisions about his life and even his fertility. A practical, step-by-step approach and strong support from loved ones helped him navigate his blood cancer journey. The post Alex became a strong advocate for his own care through two cancer diagnoses over two decades appeared first on Leukaemia Foundation.| Leukaemia Foundation
This World Leukaemia Day, the Leukaemia Foundation is shining a light on the thousands of Australians whose lives are turned upside down by the blood cancer – leukaemia – every year. The post World Leukaemia Day: 50 years of support for Australians facing leukaemia appeared first on Leukaemia Foundation.| Leukaemia Foundation
The Leukaemia Foundation today revealed that blood cancer is one of the most urgent and under-recognised women’s health issues in Australia, with three times more Australian women diagnosed with blood cancer than ovarian and cervical cancer combined. The post Blood Cancer: The women’s health crisis Australia isn’t talking about appeared first on Leukaemia Foundation.| Leukaemia Foundation
The Leukaemia Foundation is honoured to announce that journalist and Sunrise presenter Edwina Bartholomew has joined the organisation as a National Ambassador, aptly marking the start of Blood Cancer Month (September).| Leukaemia Foundation
In this episode of the Talking Blood Cancer podcast, host Maryanne Skarparis speaks with guest Melissa Rodger, who shares her family's experience following her daughter Chloe’s diagnosis with acute myeloid leukaemia at just nine years old.| Leukaemia Foundation
Join our free webinar to discover practical, evidence-based nutrition advice for every stage of the blood cancer journey. Learn from chef Lyndey Milan and dietitian Lauren Atkins as they discuss informed food choices, simple meals, and support strategies for patients and carers.| Leukaemia Foundation
Dietitian Eleanor Quinn shares trusted advice on eating well during blood cancer treatment, tackling food myths, safety tips, and support for carers.| Leukaemia Foundation
In this episode of the Talking Blood Cancer podcast, host Maryanne Skarparis sits down with guest Sharyn Polce to discuss Sharyn's lived experience with chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML). Sharyn recounts her diagnosis almost 15 years ago and openly talks about the challenges she faced both before and after learning she had blood cancer.| Leukaemia Foundation
Support the Leukaemia Foundation with a monthly donation. Join The Giving Cell to help people with blood cancer receive better care and treatments.| Leukaemia Foundation
Discover evidence-based insights on cancer fatigue: its impacts, symptoms, and effective management strategies. Gain valuable tips from a digital energy coach to combat constant tiredness associated with cancer.| Leukaemia Foundation
Nearly 3 years on from her diagnosis, Lorri Veca became a regular giver – and reflects on what it means to give back to the very organisation that supported her when she needed it most.| Leukaemia Foundation
Myeloma is a cancer of the plasma cells. Plasma cells are mature lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell) that help fight infection by producing special proteins known as antibodies or immunoglobulins. Immunogblobulins (Ig) are produced by plasma cells in response to bacteria, viruses and other harmful substances found in the body.| Leukaemia Foundation
A disease-specific Guide to Best Cancer Care has been developed for multiple myeloma. The guide helps people with cancer to understand the optimal cancer care they should be provided and support people to understand what might happen at each step of their cancer experience and consider what questions to ask.| Leukaemia Foundation
Explore information on leukaemia (or leukemia), a type of blood cancer, at Leukaemia Foundation. Learn about symptoms, facts and treatments.| Leukaemia Foundation
Talking Blood Cancer: Unseen strength| Leukaemia Foundation
In this special episode of the Talking Blood Cancer podcast, hosts Kate Arkadieff and Maryanne Skarparis wrap up the season and reflect on an incredible year filled with impactful stories. They discuss the various conversations they've had throughout the year.| Leukaemia Foundation
Bhaskar Majumdar and his daughter, Urvi Majumdar, share their experience with blood cancer and the profound impact it had on their lives.| Leukaemia Foundation
Michael Burridge candidly shares his experience living with blood cancer and the emotional and physical journey following his diagnosis with myeloma.| Leukaemia Foundation