Every September, we observe Blood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to shed light on the challenges faced by individuals battling this devastating disease. Blood cancers, including leukaemia, lymphoma, and myeloma, affect millions of people worldwide, reshaping lives and impacting families and communities.
There are over 100 types of blood cancer, and people living with one of these types know exactly what their condition is called, as do their friends, family, and co-workers. But often, people don’t know that the thing they’ve talked about for months or years is also a type of blood cancer. Therefore, this week’s Health Series is focusing on the campaign for 2023 from Blood Cancer UK, which is urging people to ‘Say Blood Cancer’.
Infographic addressing the importance of saying ‘blood cancer’.
This month, let’s join hands to raise awareness, support research, and provide hope to those affected by blood cancer. So what can you do?
- Awareness: Share information, stories, and facts about blood cancer to educate and inspire. Knowledge is power, and awareness leads to early detection and improved outcomes.
- Support: Offer a helping hand to those fighting blood cancer. Whether it’s through donations, volunteering, or simply being there for someone in need, your support can change lives.
- Research: Advocate for funding and research initiatives. Advances in treatment and therapies are possible through investment in innovative research.
Let’s spread the word, support one another, and work towards a future where no one has to face the challenges of blood cancer alone. Together, we can make a world free from blood cancer a reality!
