Hi friends.
It is with great personal pleasure to report on yesterdays visit to the University Hospital of Wales research labs in Cardiff. During 2016 this support group was established by Professor Chris Fegan, CLLSA and Leukaemia CARE,, to support those living in South Wales who are affected by a diagnosis of a chronic blood cancer.
Having recently moved I miss this frequent opportunity to meet up with friends from here on HU and the local community to share experiences, However it is fantastic to learn how the group is developing with the full support of the clinical community.
The group were given a tour of the the labs from 1.45pm – 4.30pm. everyone was able to speak to various technicians about what they do, An opportunity to learn just how passionate they are within their roles and gain an insight into what happens behind the scenes.
Research leader, Professor Chris Pepper joined the group for a while, Chris has been instrumental in developing improvements for us and establishing the Cardiff CLL Research Group as a world leader, he is now is based in Brighton. .
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Much cutting edge research is underway to improve all our lives, learning about the people undertaking this for us, gives immense hope for the future..
The next South Wales group meeting is on the 15th November, 3.30pm – 5.00pm at:
Cardiff Central Library.
The Local charity branch of Tenovus will be coming along to talk about what they do.
I can personally share, they helped me during my own treatment.
If you would like to attend contact Nickey Bate by email at nickey.bate@leukaemiacare.org.uk.
Well done everyone
Nick
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