Kevin Kararwa Leukaemia Trust

08/09/2025

Early diagnosis saves lives. If you notice any of these symptoms, speak to your GP.

04/09/2025

💜 Behind every blood cancer diagnosis is more than just a medical journey, it’s a family holding on to hope, a fight for brighter days, and a powerful story of courage.

At Kevin Kararwa Leukaemia Trust, we know that no one should face this battle alone. That’s why we’re here supporting patients and their loved ones through:
✨ Emotional wellbeing sessions that bring comfort and resilience
✨ Awareness campaigns that shine a light on early signs and prevention
✨ Community outreach that strengthens connection and solidarity

This Blood Cancer Awareness Month, we’re not just raising awareness, we’re standing shoulder-to-shoulder with families, amplifying their voices, and reminding every patient they are not alone.

🩸 Join us. Together we can bring hope and change. Visit www.kkltrust.org and follow us on social media

02/09/2025

🩸 Every 14 minutes, someone in the UK is told they have blood cancer. By the time you’ve finished your morning tea, another life has been changed forever.

Blood cancer is the UK’s 5th most common cancer yet far too many people are unaware of the signs. Awareness matters. It means earlier diagnosis, more effective treatment, and better chances of survival.

At the Kevin Kararwa Leukaemia Trust, we’re dedicated to raising awareness particularly within Black, Asian & minority ethnic communities, where finding donor matches can be even harder and outcomes more challenging.

📢 This September, for Blood Cancer Awareness Month, we’re asking YOU to take one simple step:
👉 Like, Share & Comments to our post. Start the conversation. Knowledge can save lives.

💜 Together, we stand stronger against blood cancer.

01/09/2025

01/09/2025

💜 September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month and we’re shining a light on leukaemia and blood cancers that affect thousands of families each year, support patients and their families, and encourage research and fundraising.
👉 Join us this month as we raise awareness, share facts, and inspire action.

29/08/2025

✨ Important Factors Affecting Leukaemia Survival ✨

Every person’s leukaemia journey is unique, but some key factors can influence survival outcomes:
🔹 Patient age, Younger patients often have better survival rates, while older adults face lower 5-year survival rates.
🔹 Overall Health, Pre-existing health conditions can impact recovery and treatment success.
🔹 Stage at Diagnosis, The earlier leukaemia is detected, the better the chances of effective treatment.
🔹 Treatment Response, How patient body responds to treatment plays a vital role.

💜 Early awareness, timely diagnosis, and supportive care can make a difference.

26/08/2025

Let's shine a light on the women fighting leukemia with incredible strength and courage. 💪✨ Did you know that women often face unique challenges in cancer treatment, from managing family responsibilities during chemo to advocating for themselves in medical settings? To every woman touched by leukemia - you're not alone.
One swab could be the match that gives a leukemia patient hope. Follow link to register
https://www.kkltrust.org/?page_id=6916

25/08/2025

🎭As summer winds down this Bank Holiday Monday, why not give it a meaningful finale? Whether you're dancing through the streets of Notting Hill or you're soaking up those final rays and savoring the last of the season, let's channel that carnival energy into hope for others and capture the vibrant spirit of Notting Hill Carnival while supporting the Kevin Kararwa Leukaemia Trust:
✅Turn your Bank Holiday party into a fundraiser, Ask guests to donate what they'd spend on a round of drinks
✅Complete a final summer activity (wild swim, bike ride, hiking trail) and get friends to sponsor you
✅Use your social media posts about summer memories to raise awareness about leukaemia
✅Create a photo album or scrapbook of your summer and auction it off for the cause
This Bank Holiday, let's make sure summer doesn't just end with a bang and carnival beats - but begins something beautiful. Every pound raised brings life-saving research one step closer to families who need it most.
Visit > https://www.kkltrust.org/?page_id=7984

22/08/2025

🎭As summer winds down this Bank Holiday weekend, why not give it a meaningful finale? Whether you're dancing through the streets of Notting Hill or you're soaking up those final rays and savoring the last of the season, let's channel that carnival energy into hope for others and capture the vibrant spirit of Notting Hill Carnival while supporting the Kevin Kararwa Leukaemia Trust:
✅Turn your Bank Holiday party into a fundraiser, Ask guests to donate what they'd spend on a round of drinks
✅Complete a final summer activity (wild swim, bike ride, hiking trail) and get friends to sponsor you
✅Use your social media posts about summer memories to raise awareness about leukaemia
✅Create a photo album or scrapbook of your summer and auction it off for the cause

This Bank Holiday, let's make sure summer doesn't just end with a bang and carnival beats - but begins something beautiful. Every pound raised brings life-saving research one step closer to families who need it most.
Visit > https://www.kkltrust.org/?page_id=7984

21/08/2025

Leukaemia doesn’t affect all communities equally. Research shows Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic (BAME) patients often face:
⚠️ Later diagnoses
⚠️ Fewer treatment options
⚠️ Lower chances of finding a stem cell donor
⚠️ Barriers to clinical trial access

🧬 Genetics, healthcare access, and social factors all play a role. But one thing is clear: we need more awareness, earlier diagnosis, and greater donor diversity.

💡 Together we can:
✅ Raise awareness in our communities
✅ Push for fairer access to treatment & trials
✅ Grow the stem cell donor register especially among BAME groups

Your voice, your action, your registration could save a life. DM us to get option how you can get involved .

20/08/2025

💙 Emotional Well-being Matters 💙

Living with leukaemia or caring for someone suffering from blood cancer can be overwhelming, isolating, and emotionally draining. That’s why we have been running online emotional well-being sessions via Zoom to bring people together for support, guidance, and hope.

In these safe and supportive spaces, participants can:
✔️ Share experiences and feel less alone
✔️ Learn coping tools from professionals
✔️ Build resilience and confidence
✔️ Explore topics like stress management, nutrition, pain management, coping with bereavement, and more

Whether you’re directly affected or supporting a loved one, you don’t have to go through it alone.

🖥️ Join us for a year long support programme starting on 21st Aug and be part of a community that understands.
💌 DM us or visit https://www.kkltrust.org/?page_id=10566 to register.

19/08/2025

Join us on 21st Aug for Emotional Wellbeing Support virtual event themed Harnessing Psychological Strength in Tough Times.
This is our first session from a year-long programme dedicated to nurturing resilience, hope, and emotional care for individuals and their families or carers affected by leukaemia and other blood disorders across Merton and Wandsworth.
Follow the link in my bio to register for the programme