Living with leukemia and other blood diseases can be challenging.
There are ways to feel better that can make an enormous difference. Work to keep your spirits up, and stay positive. Try to keep to your normal routine, keep busy, and engaged. Stay in close contact with friends, and involved in your community.
Most of all, it is important to take care of your body and surround yourself with positive messages of hope.
We have some suggestions:
Always consult your doctor before embarking on any therapy.
“DKMS is phenomenal, the love they give to each family that they help is incredible. They don’t just help you do a bone marrow drive, they become part of your extended family. Thankfully we were able to get my daughter Jackie a donor match.”
- Cyndi Poeggel, mother of transplant recipient
More than 1.7 million others are fighting for the cause.