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‘Looking after yourself’ – from a health psychologist’s perspective

‘Looking after yourself’ – from a health psychologist’s perspective

Clare McCruddenFebruary 24, 2021 by Clare McCrudden

Our free Telephone Emotional support service enables you to discuss any concerns you may have around transplant with a team of wellbeing specialists from Working To Wellbeing. It’s also available for family members, and you can also get advice on recovery, returning to work and physical activity. In our latest blog Dr Julie Denning, a…

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What do NHS payment models mean for post-transplant care?

What do NHS payment models mean for post-transplant care?

January 22, 2021 by Nusha Haghpanah

The NHS Long-Term Plan commits to exploring new payment models to ensure that patients are able to receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time. The COVID-19 pandemic has in some way advanced changes to the way healthcare is paid for as the NHS looks at maintaining differences in payment models…

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HENNY BRAUND: WHAT DOES THE FUTURE HOLD FOR STEM CELL TRANSPLANT RECIPIENTS?

HENNY BRAUND: WHAT DOES THE FUTURE HOLD FOR STEM CELL TRANSPLANT RECIPIENTS?

Henny BraundNovember 24, 2020 by Henny Braund

Here, Anthony Nolan’s Chief Executive, Henny Braund, gives an overview of current and emerging treatments for blood cancer and the developments needed to give patients the best chance of life. This blog post is adapted from an interview recently given by Henny Braund for The Economist’s World Cancer Series: Europe Virtual Week. You can watch…

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‘I was 6 months pregnant when I was told I needed a bone marrow transplant’ – Sophie’s story

‘I was 6 months pregnant when I was told I needed a bone marrow transplant’ – Sophie’s story

Clare McCruddenNovember 3, 2020 by Clare McCrudden

Over halfway through her pregnancy, Sophie was given the shocking news that she had leukaemia. Clare, from our Patient Services team, spoke to her about her experience, from diagnosis to what helped her on the tough road to recovery after a stem cell transplant. You were six months pregnant with your son, Freddie, when you…

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Launching our report: Stem cell transplants and COVID-19: What have we learnt from patients during the pandemic?

Launching our report: Stem cell transplants and COVID-19: What have we learnt from patients during the pandemic?

October 29, 2020 by Charlotte Wickens

Today we are launching our report, ‘Stem cell transplants and COVID-19: What have we learnt from patients during the pandemic?’. Charlotte from our Policy and Public Affairs team shares findings from the report and reflections on the needs of stem cell transplant patients, especially in the context of rising COVID-19 cases across the UK. The…

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‘We lived in fear and hope’ – Noreen reflects on five years since her daughter’s stem cell transplant

‘We lived in fear and hope’ – Noreen reflects on five years since her daughter’s stem cell transplant

Hayley TomkinsonOctober 27, 2020 by Hayley Tomkinson

Today marks 5 years since Ayesha’s stem cell transplant. A few weeks ago she turned 16. Her life is full of friends and homework and Tik Tok and horseriding – something she dreamed of doing when she was first diagnosed with leukaemia, at seven years old. For many years her family lived in fear and…

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‘You’re constantly aware that you’re carrying something that could save a life.’ – Peter’s volunteer stem cell courier story

March 2, 2021 by Louise Jones

‘Looking after yourself’ – from a health psychologist’s perspective

February 24, 2021 by Clare McCrudden

‘It really is so easy, yet the difference you’ll be making is phenomenal.’ – Sean’s double stem cell donation

February 5, 2021 by Anya Muir Wood

What do NHS payment models mean for post-transplant care?

January 22, 2021 by Nusha Haghpanah

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December 17, 2020 by Katie Griffee

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