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Read and listen to personal stories from people who have been affected by lymphoma and learn how they have coped with diagnosis, treatment, caring for a loved one and living with and beyond lymphoma.

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Helen with her daughter Carol

Helen - Carol's mum

When Helen’s daughter Carol was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma, she wanted her Mum with her. Helen learnt a lot about lymphoma and has since become a buddy to support other parents going through similar experiences.

You can hear Carol share her lymphoma story on our BBC Radio 4 Appeal which raised funds to provide the support that Helen found so essential.

Bernard pictured with his wife Brenda

Bernard

Bernard talks about his battle with diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, treatment and side effects

Michael, diagnosed with SLL

Michael

Michael, who has small lymphocytic lymphoma (SLL), shares tips for travel after needing medical assistance abroad

Julian

Julian

Nodal marginal zone lymphoma and details of the radiotherapy treatment given

Sway pictured in London

Sway

Music artist and producer Sway talks about his diagnosis of Hodgkin lymphoma and dealing with it in his own way