My Story

I am delighted to participate in the 2023 Ride London Essex ride, representing and fundraising for Blood Cancer UK again.

I have been a fundraiser for Blood Cancer UK since my initial diagnosis and treatment for Hairy Cell Leukaemia in 2017, participating in this event last year, and pre-pandemic years.  I've also fundraised by participating in running events.

In July 2022, my bloods indicated a potenial relapse of Hairy Cell Leukaemia, confirmed later by biopsy.  I signed up and confirmed participation in this event at same time my treatment plan was being devised.  Initially, my treatment was to end the same week as the ride! However, I find out later this week, if after 6 cycles of chemo, I need more or not!

You can read more information on my blog about my treatment and participation in these events.. and many (ok, some) other topics! 

http://www.dmq-online.net/category/leukaemia/

I've not been out on the bike in months - limited to indoor training on Zwift. I will post regular updates below.

If you could spare the price of a coffee / tea / pint or more, I would be most grateful.

Thank you