Patient Stories

Meet Sachi: cancer fighter, big wave photographer, and a true inspiration. Diagnosed in 2016, she faced her treatments with strength and openness. The ocean became her sanctuary, teaching her resilience in the face of life’s toughest waves.

What happens when a life-changing event reshapes your future? After her mum’s stage II breast cancer diagnosis, Adesewa found strength in family and faith, sparking her career in cancer research.

Diagnosed with lymphoma in 2017, Jordan refused to let cancer define him. While studying medicine, he’s shown how resilience, self-care and love can fuel hope, and remind him what he is fighting for.

Diagnosed with stage IV cancer, Judi chose joy in her life—and it changed everything. Through art, poetry and mentorship, she’s thriving despite life’s challenges. Her story is a reminder to find light, even in the darkest moments.

Hugo reflects on his journey from being diagnosed with MGUS (Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance) years ago to his myeloma diagnosis in 2019. He shares how he stayed positive, offers advice for those newly diagnosed, and stresses the importance of mental resilience and open conversations about living with myeloma.

In this article, Bronagh reflects on receiving a myeloma diagnosis just days before her long-awaited retirement trip, how she’s adapted to life with the condition, and the importance of staying hopeful and engaged in the face of change

Having been diagnosed with Myeloma shortly after the birth of her second child, Antoinette shares her experience of balancing motherhood, treatment and wellbeing. Thirteen years on from her initial diagnosis, she gives advice to those newly diagnosed and shares what keeps her fighting every day.

In this article, Paula explores her personal journey of receiving a double cancer diagnosis of Lymphoma and Myeloma. She gives advice on the benefits of understanding her condition and explores what she wishes more people knew about living with Myeloma.

Chris shares his journey with multiple myeloma, from misdiagnoses and delays to emotional struggles, including losing his father. He also speaks about the challenge of others not understanding the disease. Despite these hurdles, Chris draws strength from his family and medical team and continues to fight with resilience and hope. 

In this article, Anika shares her powerful story of being diagnosed with myeloma while pregnant, the challenges she's faced throughout treatment, and the advice she has for others navigating life with this disease.