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The Leukaemia CancerSociety is dedicated to ensuring that more people with Leukaemia and other blood cancers survive, have the best possible quality of life and that their families and carers get the support they need.

19/06/2026

Alex Nicholson died because of his mixed heritage.
When Alex was diagnosed with blood cancer, he needed a stem cell transplant to survive. Like many patients from mixed heritage backgrounds, finding a matching donor was incredibly difficult because there were so few people with similar genetic characteristics on the stem cell register.
Alex understood this inequality firsthand. He knew that patients from mixed heritage and ethnic minority communities face much lower chances of finding a lifesaving donor match than those from white Northern European backgrounds.
Before he died, Alex wanted to help change those odds.
That is why Alex's Legacy exists today: to increase awareness, recruit more stem cell donors from underrepresented communities, and help build a more diverse register where every patient has an equal chance of finding their match.
No one should lose their life because the right donor cannot be found.
If you are from a mixed heritage or ethnic minority background, your registration could be the lifesaving match someone is desperately waiting for.
Help us continue Alex's legacy. Join the stem cell register. Share this post. Help change the odds.

14/06/2026

As we slow down and enjoy a quieter Sunday, we're reminded of the incredible power of kindness, community, and hope.
Every donation, fundraising event, volunteer hour, and shared post helps us continue supporting families facing some of life's toughest challenges. Together, we are making a real difference.
Thank you to everyone who supports our mission. Whether you've donated, fundraised, volunteered, or simply helped spread awareness, you are part of something truly special.
Wishing you all a peaceful and restful Sunday. 💙

09/06/2026

Make a Difference – Fundraise for Us 💙
Every fundraiser, big or small, helps us continue supporting people affected by blood cancer and raising awareness of the need for stem cell donors.
Whether it's a coffee morning, bake sale, sponsored challenge, or workplace event, your support can help change lives.
If you'd like to fundraise for us, we'd love to hear from you. Send us a message, call, or email and we'll help you get started.
Together, we can make a real difference.

https://www.leukaemiacancersociety.org/fundraise-for-us

05/06/2026

Alex's Legacy was born from a challenge that far too many blood cancer patients still face today.
A stem cell transplant can be a life-saving treatment for blood cancer. Yet patients from ethnic minority backgrounds often face a much smaller pool of potential matching donors. For those of mixed heritage, finding a suitable match can be even more difficult.
Alex's mixed Greek and English heritage made finding a suitable donor particularly challenging. His story is a powerful reminder of why we need more people from all ethnic backgrounds to join the stem cell register.
By registering as a potential stem cell donor, you could help give someone the second chance they desperately need.
Join the register. Become someone's hope. Continue Alex's Legacy.

29/05/2026

EastEnders character, Denise Fox (played by Diane Parish) received a blood cancer diagnosis.
A blood cancer diagnosis affects everyone differently.
If you are struggling emotionally, please remember you do not have to face it alone. Reach out to someone you trust and talk about how you are feeling.
Alternatively, you can contact the Leukaemia Cancer Society for support and guidance 💙

[email protected]
+442036865303

25/05/2026

Wishing everyone a relaxing and enjoyable Bank Holiday Monday!
Whether you’re spending time with loved ones, taking a well-earned rest, or supporting a good cause, we hope you have a wonderful day.💙
From all of us at the Leukaemia Cancer Society.

20/05/2026

Help us raise awareness and inspire the next generation 💙
We are encouraging schools and colleges to invite the Leukaemia Cancer Society in to speak with students and help raise awareness about blood cancer and stem cell donation through Alex’s Legacy.
A short awareness session could help educate young people, encourage lifesaving conversations, and inspire future stem cell donors.
Our team will support and guide the session, making it engaging, informative, and age appropriate.
Together, we can help save lives through awareness and education.
📩 Schools can message us, call, or email to arrange a visit.
[email protected]
02036865303

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14/05/2026

Throwback to 2005 💙
A special look back at our unforgettable overseas charity challenge to the Great Wall of China in 2005 💙
An incredible journey filled with determination, teamwork, friendship and fundraising to support the work of the Leukaemia Cancer Society.
These challenges create memories that last a lifetime while helping us continue supporting patients and families affected by leukaemia and related blood cancers. 💙
Would you like to take part in a future overseas challenge or charity trek?
We are looking for adventurous supporters ready to make a difference while experiencing something truly unforgettable.
If you would be interested in joining a future challenge, please send us a message or email us to register your interest. For more details please follow this link.
https://www.leukaemiacancersociety.org/treks-and-challenges

09/05/2026

Preparations are well underway for today’s Fundraising Afternoon Tea, organised by our incredible official fundraising team here in London.
A truly amazing team of dedicated and wonderful people working hard behind the scenes to support the work of the Leukaemia Cancer Society. Thank you all for your continued passion, kindness and commitment. 💙

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http://leukaemiacancersociety.org/

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