18 April 2024 News Media Hon. Anna Bligh AC Joins Leukaemia Foundation as National Ambassador Friday April 19, 2024 A Decade in Remission from Blood Cancer The Leukaemia Foundation today unveiled a powerful addition to its team of Ambassadors, the Honourable Anna Bligh AC. As the former Premier of Queensland and current CEO of the Australian Banking Association, Ms Bligh is a survivor of the blood cancer Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, after being diagnosed in 2013. Ms Bligh will immediately step into her role as National Ambassador, bringing with her a wealth of experience to passionately advocate f ..read more

Talking Blood Cancer: Mother-Daughter Cancer Warriors Theresa Webb and Summer’s Inspiring Battle with Lymphoma and Leukaemia In this episode of the Talking Blood Cancer podcast, Kate Arkadieff invites Theresa Webb to share her deeply personal journey with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and her daughter’s battle with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. Kate begins the conversation by acknowledging the tough reality faced by patients and their families. Theresa opens up about the complexities of managing her own health alongside her role as a mother and business owner after being diagnosed with blood canc ..read more

17 April 2024 News Media The biggest challenge of cancer patients that nobody talks about… Thursday April 18, 2024 How the Leukaemia Foundation is combatting cancer related fatigue It’s the number one challenge of people with cancer in Australia [i], yet ‘cancer related fatigue’ is the often-unspoken side effect that drains and debilitates thousands of Australians every day. With approximately one in two cancer patients reportedly experiencing moderate to severe fatigue during treatment [ii], and for many in the years following, the Leukaemia Foundation believes the prevalence of cancer rel ..read more

15 April 2024 News Stories Physiotherapist and lymphoma survivor Julie Allen on cancer related fatigue When physiotherapist and mum of three Julie Allen was diagnosed with lymphoma, a type of blood cancer, she thought, ‘right, I’ll have chemo, get better, and go back to work’. But after completing treatment, cancer related fatigue and other longer-term side effects meant she literally felt “stripped bare”. It took her “a good two years” to get back her “mojo”, despite the skills and experience she had from her profession. Her lived experience and expertise as a physiotherapist shaped Julie ..read more

Unlocking the Mysteries of Blood Cancer: Insights from the New Directions in Leukaemia Research Meeting 2024 In the ever-evolving landscape of blood cancer research, the quest to combat blood cancer continues to push boundaries. The New Directions in Leukaemia Research (NDLR) event in Adelaide last month brought together leading minds in the field to discuss breakthroughs, challenges, and the future of leukaemia treatment. From cutting-edge advancements in therapies to the promise of personalised medicine, the conference, sponsored by the Leukaemia Foundation, shed light on the latest discov ..read more

Unlocking the Mysteries of Blood Cancer: Insights from the New Directions in Leukaemia Research Meeting 2024 In the ever-evolving landscape of blood cancer research, the quest to combat blood cancer continues to push boundaries. The New Directions in Leukaemia Research (NDLR) event in Adelaide last month brought together leading minds in the field to discuss breakthroughs, challenges, and the future of leukaemia treatment. From cutting-edge advancements in therapies to the promise of personalised medicine, the conference, sponsored by the Leukaemia Foundation, shed light on the latest discov ..read more

Talking Blood Cancer: Resilience and Triumph with Perry Judd Perry Judd’s Fight Against Leukaemia and Rise to Athletic Glory In this enlightening episode of the Talking Blood Cancer podcast, host Maryanne Skarparis welcomes Perry Judd, a remarkable blood cancer survivor with a tale of resilience and triumph. Throughout the episode, Perry provides an in-depth look at his personal ordeal with blood cancer, recalling a harrowing infection that led to a transformative health journey. His narrative details a demanding transplant, aggressive chemotherapy, and the formidable side effects that foll ..read more

21 March 2024 News Media Leukaemia Foundation Welcomes Government Initiatives to Boost Bone Marrow (Stem Cell) Donor Registry Wednesday March 20, 2024 The Leukaemia Foundation welcomes two significant developments aimed at increasing the number and diversity of bone marrow and stem cell donors across Australia. These initiatives represent an important step forward in the fight against blood cancers, including leukaemia, myeloma, and lymphoma. Over 140,000 people live with blood cancer nationally. The Albanese Government and state and territory Health Ministers, have committed to enhancing t ..read more

Talking Blood Cancer: Motherhood and Resilience Motherhood and Resilience: Tahli Batkilin’s Triumph Over Blood Cancer In this episode of Talking Blood Cancer, host Kate Arkadieff welcomes Tahli Batkilin, who bravely shares her personal battle and subsequent victory over blood cancer. Tahli takes us through the moment she first received her lymphoma diagnosis amidst the chaos of lockdown and running her home baking business. The confusion of initial misdiagnoses escalating to the eventual life-changing news is recounted with raw honesty. Tahli’s determination and resilience shine through as ..read more

12 March 2024 News Media Radio rivals go ‘hair to hair’ to support the World’s Greatest Shave Tuesday March 12, 2024 DATE / TIME: Saturday 9 March, 10.15am – 11.00am LOCATION: Dolphin Court, Bondi Beach WHAT’S HAPPENING: For the first time in radio history, rival jocks Nova’s Smallzy (Kent Small) and KIIS’s Mitch Churi, will go ‘hair to hair’ as they join forces for the Leukaemia Foundation’s iconic World’s Greatest Shave. Both Smallzy and Mitch have a personal connection to the cause which has driven them to take part and show their support in 2024. Smallzy sadly has a friend who was diagn ..read more