Archive for the ‘Leukaemia’ Category
Posted by admin on September 7th, 2011
Question by Ally D: I want to write a book about a Leukaemia patient, can you help me? I want to write a book about a person suffering from Leukaemia, but don’t know much about it. Apparently there is chronic and acute etc? If someone could give me information detailing the cancer, it would be greatly appreciated. Also, if you have had someone that you know that’s had cancer, any info on the feelings and emotions conveyed during that time would be very helpful Best answer: Answer by…. Click Here to Read More
Posted by admin on September 1st, 2011
A 3 minute film talking about the MRD test pioneered by scientists working with Leukaemia Research. Filmed and produced by Theo Webb for Leukaemia…. Click Here to Read More
Posted by admin on August 27th, 2011
Gene therapy halts 'bubble boy' immune disease In the London trial, one of the 10 children treated for X-linked SCID developed leukaemia. He was treated with chemotherapy and is now in remission. Leukaemia also developed in four patients in the French trial. However, no cases of leukaemia have been … Read more on NHS Choices New date for postponed leukaemia charity walk Southampton charity Leukaemia Busters is now staging its Purbeck Odyssey on September 3. Walkers from…. Click Here to Read More
Posted by admin on August 15th, 2011
Causes of Cancer and Prevention Cancer is a term used for a group of diseases characterised by: 1.An abnormal and purposeless multiplication of cells; 2.Ability to infiltrate the adjacent tissues or even distant organs; and 3.The eventual death of the patient,if the tumour has progressed beyond that stage when it can be removed successfully. Cancer can occur in any part or any tissue of the body and can involve any type of body cells. Cancer is classified into two main…. Click Here to Read More
Posted by admin on August 9th, 2011
Blood Cancer – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Blood is a parts of the body. Blood has different components sch as red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets and plasma. The red blood cells (rbc), platelets also called monocytes because it is belong to the “myeloid” group and other white blood cells belong to the “lymphoid” group. Lymphoid cells are affected. Disease progresses quickly. This is most common among children. Blood cancer or Leukaemia is actually a…. Click Here to Read More
Posted by admin on August 4th, 2011
i was diagnosed with leukaemia in April 2009 and got the all clear after 6 months of chemotherapy. I created this video to simply support the children who are still fighting the battle, those who have survived it and those who have lost their lives. The charity i promote at the end has been used because it is important to me. i do not work for them ! OOOPS spelt niece wrong in the video 
x Any questions just inbox me, and for any advice or video requests inbox me…. Click Here to Read More
Posted by admin on July 29th, 2011
Professor Vaskar Saha is world-renowned for research on childhood leukaemia. Sadly, around one-third of all deaths from cancer in children in the UK are caused by leukaemia. Professor Sahas vital work could improve the outlook for the 20% of children with an acute form of the disease who do not respond well to chemotherapy. To find out more, visit myprojects.cancerresearchuk.org Video Rating: 5 / 5 Leukaemia Foundation of Queensland,…. Click Here to Read More
Posted by admin on July 23rd, 2011
Question by Orlaith Terenure: Does anyone know a symbol for leukaemia? I had leukaemia when i was 12 – 15 and i really want to get a tottoo of some sort of symbol. I would prefer not to get the ribbon as everyone associates it with breast cancer. can anyone help me? Best answer: Answer by TarkarriIn Australia, the Leukaemia Foundation has adopted the sunflower as a symbol of hope. The orange ribbon is widely recognised. A single stylized red blood drop is used in America ( USA &…. Click Here to Read More
Posted by admin on July 17th, 2011
Question by LoVeLoVerS: what are the causes of leukaemia? is it genetically inherited? i need to make a presentation on leukemia. i need to know what are the causes of leukemia and is it genetically inherited? what types of person would have this disease? is habit will affect the person with thid disease? Best answer: Answer by mimiScientists are hard at work trying to determine the underlying causes of leukemia. Perhaps by knowing more about the various causes of leukemia, scientists…. Click Here to Read More
Posted by admin on July 12th, 2011
my.imisfriendraising.com.au Friday March 12, 7:30pm, Westfield Shoppingtown (in front of Target) VIC, Australia I’m participating in the Leukaemia Foundation’s ‘World’s Greatest Shave 2010′ The link above will take you to my profile page where you can sponsor me online/leave me a message. Thanks for watching!!! 
Video Rating: 5 / 5 Adrian Sudbury is a reporter for the Huddersfield Examiner. In Nov 2006 he became seriously ill and called…. Click Here to Read More
Posted by admin on July 6th, 2011
Living With Leukaemia Sensitively written and illustrated, this book looks at the subject of leukaemia. Following the real-life experiences of children with the illness, readers will discover the medical reasons behind leukaemia and how it can be treated. Readers are given a real insight into how children cope with leukaemia. Presented in a clear, colourful format, complete with photographs, glossary, further information and index. Patsy Westcott is a medical journalist and writer. She has…. Click Here to Read More
Posted by admin on July 6th, 2011
Living With Leukaemia Sensitively written and illustrated, this book looks at the subject of leukaemia. Following the real-life experiences of children with the illness, readers will discover the medical reasons behind leukaemia and how it can be treated. Readers are given a real insight into how children cope with leukaemia. Presented in a clear, colourful format, complete with photographs, glossary, further information and index. Patsy Westcott is a medical journalist and writer. She has…. Click Here to Read More
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