WMUK Christmas Opening
We’ll be taking a little break over the festive period, but have lots planned for January 2026. Our Support Line will be closed from 5pm on Thursday 18 December and will reopen at 9am on Monday 5 January.If you have a non-urgent question, feel free to email us at support@wmuk.org.uk anytime — we’ll get back […]
WM Patient Priorities Shared at Major Haematology Conference
WMUK shared patient priorities on treatment at the world’s largest haematology conference, ensuring the voices of people living with WM were heard by clinicians and researchers worldwide.
Flu Checklist
A simple winter flu checklist for people living with Waldenström’s macroglobulinaemia (WM) and LPL. Learn what symptoms to watch for, when to contact your GP or clinical team, and when to seek urgent medical help.
WMUK to Present Active Monitoring Checklist at the House of Lords
WMUK’s Active Monitoring Checklist will appear alongside seven other innovations from partners within the Cancer52 alliance, all working to improve equality of care for people affected by rare and less common cancers.
Meet Rachel: WMUK’s New Support Nurse
We’re delighted to introduce Rachel, our new WMUK Support Nurse. We caught up with her for a chat about her background, her career in haematology, and her life outside of work.
Busting Myths About WM
WMUK fact-check some of the myths & misunderstandings around the rare blood cancer, Waldenstrom’s macroglobulinaemia.
September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month
Blood cancer may often be called a “hidden cancer,” but together we can make sure it’s anything but hidden this September. By raising awareness, sharing knowledge, and supporting one another, we can bring hope, encouragement, and light to everyone affected.
Government Launches Diagnosis Connect
From January 2026, patients diagnosed with long-term conditions will be automatically referred to trusted charities via the new government-backed Diagnosis Connect service. While it will initially cover diabetes, mental health, and lung conditions, WMUK is advocating for rare cancer patients to be included and highlights the importance of accredited information.
The 10 Year HealthPlan – what does it mean for the WM community?
On the 3 July the government published its 10 Year Health Plan, after months of consultation with the public, NHS staff, organisations, industry and partners. The ambitious plan outlines the government’s vision for the NHS with both short- and long-term changes. In Autumn 2024, WMUK consulted with the WM community about the changes you wanted […]
Q&A with Janet – Why the WM Buddy Service really matters.
When Janet was diagnosed with Waldenstrom’s macroglobulinaemia in 2020, she felt isolated and overwhelmed. Now, as part of WMUK’s Buddy Service, she’s helping others navigate the same journey—offering empathy, reassurance, and a reminder that life doesn’t end with a diagnosis.