Every September

Blood Cancer Awareness Month

Join us this September to raise global awareness of blood cancers — leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma — learn the early warning signs, and support those affected worldwide.

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Blood Cancer Aware Global Awareness Initiative
1.3M+
New blood cancer diagnoses globally each year
Every ~3 min
Someone is diagnosed with a blood cancer worldwide
3rd
Most common cancer type globally across all age groups
World Cancer Day — 4th February International Childhood Cancer Day — 15th February GVHD Day — 17th February Rare Disease Day — 28th February World AML Day — 21st April World Blood Cancer Day — 28th May World Blood Donor Day — 14th June World CLL Day — 1st September World Leukemia Day — 4th September World MPN Day — 14th September World Lymphoma Awareness Day — 15th September World Marrow Donor Day — 19th September World ALL Day — 20th September World CML Day — 22nd September European Myeloma Day — 27th September MDS World Awareness Day — 25th October

Early Detection Saves Lives

Know the Warning Signs

Blood cancers often share overlapping symptoms with common illnesses, which can delay diagnosis. Recognising these early warning signs is the first step toward getting the help you need.

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Use our interactive Symptom Checker →

Persistent Fatigue

Extreme tiredness that doesn't improve with rest and significantly impacts daily life.

Frequent Infections

Recurring infections due to a compromised immune system.

Unexplained Bruising

Easy bruising or bleeding, including frequent nosebleeds or bleeding gums.

Night Sweats

Drenching sweats during sleep that regularly soak through clothing or bedding.

Swollen Lymph Nodes

Painless lumps in the neck, armpits, or groin that persist for several weeks.

Unexplained Weight Loss

Rapid, unintended weight loss of more than 10% of body weight without dieting.

Our Collective Impact

Making a Difference Together

United Network Connecting patient advocacy organisations to provide vital support globally.
Community Action Hosting local awareness events and campaigns each September.
Global Calling Spanning multiple countries and continents to raise our collective voice.

Supported by leading patient advocacy organisations

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