Blood Cancer United - Utah

09/25/2026

Be Kind to Your Mind 🧘‍♂️🧘‍♀️

Patients, survivors, and caregivers can order a Be Kind to Your Mind wellness box, created with mental well-being in mind. We’re also featured in the September Elephants and Tea September Issue, sharing stories and resources from the blood cancer community.

Check it out and order your box today!
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09/25/2026

09/25/2026

Valvoline and Blood Cancer United are Driving for a Dream with a special livery on William Byron’s No. 24 for the upcoming race at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Designed by Palmer, a 12-year-old blood cancer hero and artist, the colorful beach themed livery represents joy, strength, and resilience.

Take a look at the behind-the-scenes design process of how Emily Butler Lue and Harris Lue of LUE Creative brought Palmer’s vision to life.

09/25/2026

"Over 65 years of life, I’ve walked through many difficult seasons, and what I know for certain is this: in every single one, God has been with me, and He has seen me through. But when I got married in February 2023, life felt full again, full of joy, full of plans, full of promise. At my niece’s wedding, while line dancing, I felt a sudden 'pop' in my rib. I never imagined that moment would lead to a diagnosis of multiple myeloma (MM), just three months after marrying my sweet husband, Ray.

I had been enjoying retirement after working since I was 14. I survived shingles in 2020 and an emergency appendectomy that same year. I had been savoring time with my five beautiful grandchildren. Then came 2023, a year I expected to spend traveling and building new memories with the love of my life. Instead, pain, muscle spasms, compression fractures, and rib fractures brought everything to a halt.

Looking back, I realized I had been tired and hurting for a long time but had pushed through it, as I always do. My pain tolerance is high, but this was beyond anything I’d ever known. I thought nothing could hurt worse than labor... then shingles came. And then cancer said, ‘Let me show you what pain really is.’

A stem cell transplant on December 29, 2023.

In June 2024, I got the call: I am MRD-negative and still MRD-negative over a year later. God is great! They may say myeloma is incurable, but I know this: nothing is too hard for God. If He did it before, He can do it again.”

For Dawn, "more" meant more time with her new husband, Ray. Just three months after they were married, she was diagnosed with multiple myeloma. Instead of the travel and adventures they had planned, they faced a blood cancer diagnosis together.

Today, Dawn is MRD-negative and continuing to make memories with her family, her grandchildren, and the life she fought so hard to keep living.

September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month, and we are working toward a future filled with more. Help us raise more awareness and work toward a future where everyone affected by blood cancer has more time to love, more time to dream, and more time to write the next chapter of their story.

We're working toward more time, more hope, and more tomorrows. Learn more about our resources: https://bcutd.org/3Ufxqzz

09/25/2026

More and more support, guidance, and peace of mind.​

​This Blood Cancer Awareness Month, we want every patient and family to know about a free resource that does not get talked about enough. ​

​Open enrollment is coming, and finding the right health insurance plan for your specific needs may lower your out-of-pocket costs. Our Medical Debt Case Managers provide personalized, one-on-one health insurance evaluations to help prevent future medical debt.​

​Because more and more awareness can lead to more and more action.

Preventing medical debt starts with getting on the right insurance plan. Contact us to learn more 👇
https://bcutd.org/3TLuwT8

09/24/2026

Meet Omar Abdel-Wahab, MD, of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

A recent National Academy of Medicine electee Abdel-Wahab’s project studies a mutation in the SRSF2 gene. It shows up in 25% of people with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), 50% of people with chronic myelomonocytic leukemia, and 25% of people with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) over age 65. Understanding what's happening at the molecular level with genes like SRSF2 could mean one new drug works across all of these types of blood cancer.

“Finding funding for this project at this early step can be challenging, but will be critical in bringing this treatment closer to patients," says Abdel-Wahab.

This project is part of the more than 250 academic research projects supported through Blood Cancer United's multi-year grants portfolio, all aimed at getting closer to better treatment options.

Learn more ⤵️
https://bcutd.org/3TTQzqR

09/24/2026

Blood Cancer United and the Hairy Cell Leukemia Foundation have announced six new research grants as part of their extended HCL2030 partnership. Nearly $7 million will be invested over the next five years in research focused on better understanding what drives hairy cell leukemia and finding better therapies for patients, particularly those with variant disease or relapsed classic hairy cell leukemia.

This , learn more and read the full announcement ⤵️
https://bcutd.org/4hndl1X

09/23/2026

Our Therapy Acceleration Program (TAP) partners work directly with innovative biotech companies to move the most promising blood cancer research from the lab into clinical trials, faster. TAP looks to change the standard of care while addressing high unmet medical needs.

Royalty Pharma's commitment to TAP is helping power that progress. With this gift of $7.5M, it marks the largest corporate donor donation that our TAP program has received.

Together, that means more treatments and more time for every patient.

Learn more about this impact on TAP ⬇️
https://bcutd.org/4yIm6ee

09/23/2026

Pass it along. 💌

If this is your family right now, you are not alone. The Dare to Dream Project is here for every family navigating a pediatric blood cancer with free resources and personalized support every step of the way. Learn more ⤵️
https://bcutd.org/4yWfnxr

09/22/2026

Your brain called. It wants a checklist. 🧠☎️

If your mental checklist is running overtime, you're not alone. As a young adult with blood cancer, there can be a lot to carry—appointments, treatment, relationships, work, and everything in between. It's okay to prioritize your mental health, ask for support, and take things one step at a time. Find free mental health resources for young adults here👇
https://bcutd.org/3TmqQXL

04/30/2026

Meet our 2026 Utah Light The Night Adult Honored Hero, Emilee 🤍

Emilee Ariotti was diagnosed in the fall of 2018 with Stage 4 Diffuse Large B-Cell Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma—news that instantly changed her life.

What began as a tumor on her right o***y, discovered in late August and removed in October at 12 pounds was believed to be ovarian cancer, but was later identified as Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. Many unexplained symptoms, including severe back pain and an enlarged, painful thyroid finally made sense. She was getting sicker by the day.

She underwent 8 rounds of intensive inpatient chemotherapy, along with additional spinal treatments, supported by a dedicated team of doctors. After five months of treatment and years of maintenance and perseverance, Emilee was declared cancer-free—an outcome she describes as nothing short of a miracle.

Today, Emilee is a devoted wife and mother who cherishes every moment with her husband and daughter. She loves being a hairstylist/lash artist, crafting, traveling, baking, watching her daughter perform on stage and play soccer. She also enjoys serving in her community and church. Her faith carried her through her journey, and she remains deeply grateful for the research, care, and support that made her recovery possible.

Emilee, thank you for sharing your story with us. We’re so grateful to have you as this year’s Adult Honored Hero and to walk alongside you at Light The Night.

If you would like to be part of Light the Night this year, we would love to have you join us on October 8 at Sugar House Park. 🤍 💛 ❤️

Register here: https://lightthenight.org/events/utah-0

04/29/2026

📍 Denver | May 2

The Blood Cancer Convention is coming to Denver, featuring expert-led sessions on the newest blood cancer treatments and essential support resources. This is an opportunity for patients and caregivers to learn, ask questions, and connect with trusted medical professionals.

Register here to attend:https://na.eventscloud.com/website/93499/

04/27/2026

📍 Denver | May 2

You’re invited to the Blood Cancer Convention, where patients and caregivers can learn directly from leading doctors in our region about new treatment options and available support resources. This educational event is designed to inform, connect, and empower our community.

Register today: https://na.eventscloud.com/website/93499/

04/23/2026

📍 Denver | May 2

The Blood Cancer Convention is just around the corner. This event brings together leading doctors from our region to share the latest advancements in blood cancer treatment, along with valuable support resources for patients and caregivers.

Registration is required to attend. Register here: https://na.eventscloud.com/website/93499/

04/15/2026

Introducing our Dare to Dream Honored Hero, Charlie. ❤️

Charlie was diagnosed with B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia at the age of 2. After 2.5 years of chemotherapy, he rang the bell and is now making friends in Kindergarten, playing on a community soccer team, and learning how to read. Throughout the difficult days of treatment, he often told his parents that Spider-Man was in his port fighting off the "cancer bad guys" and that's why he was so strong.

Charlie's experience reminds us why we dare to dream of a future with safer treatments, stronger support, and real hope for kids with blood cancer.

Your donation will go directly toward The Dare to Dream Project, helping transform treatment and care for kids and families. 🫶

Give today 👉 https://events.lls.org/pages/home/DareToDreamDays/utahboarddaretodream

04/10/2026

Visionaries of the Year leaders are being recognized by across the country! 🙌

Right here in Utah, our candidates are showing up in a big way, rallying their communities and leading fundraising campaigns that support breakthrough research, lifesaving advocacy, and free resources for the blood cancer community. ❤️

Learn more about this year’s candidates and the impact they’re making at the link in our bio. ✨

04/07/2026

Today only, Subaru of America, Inc. will match all donations to America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride (AMBBR) up to $35,000! If you haven’t had a chance to donate yet, today’s the day!

Together we have one day to rally and drive real change within our communities to help make more life possible for people with ..💪✨ Every donation you help fundraise helps fund lifesaving research, provides essential support, and gives people with blood cancer a chance at living better lives.

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04/03/2026

Love reliving the magic of our Student Visionaries Grand Finale! It was truly a magical night and we loved celebrating the impact these incredible students have made on our mission! Many thanks to .snaps for capturing the moments for us!

04/02/2026

✨ Meet our 2026 Utah Light The Night Pediatric Honored Hero: Krew ✨

“Hi, my name is Krew. I’m 11 years old, the son of Kevin & Becky, and younger brother to Brynlee, Ryker, & Tripp.

Just two weeks before my 10th birthday, I was diagnosed with B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). Our world changed overnight. Within days, I began chemotherapy, and now—20 long months later—I’ve entered the Maintenance phase of treatment and looking forward to the end of treatment.

I love football and all things WWE, but for now I have to cheer from the sidelines until my treatment is done. Even though I can’t play, I keep my head up and inspire others by staying positive through it all.

Most of all, I love my family, my friends, and Jesus, who all give me strength every single day.

Keep Fighting. Have Hope. Share Your Light.”

We are so honored to walk alongside Krew and his family this year. Krew, thank you for sharing your story and reminding all of us what strength and resilience truly look like.

Whether you’ve been personally impacted by cancer or simply want to support those who have, we’d love to have you join us at Light The Night on October 8 at Sugar House Park, link in bio to register—together, we bring light to the darkness of cancer.