Just diagnosed?

Don't panic

First things first. Read our page on the 10 must-know facts about CML.

Learn the basics about leukaemia

Next, watch this fantastic Khan Academy video which explains the basics of what this disease actually is and how it works.

Grab a template

If you have an appointment with your haematologist or oncologist coming up, print off one of our templates to take with you to ensure you ask them all the right questions.

Learn the lingo

It's tough to learn all the technical CML jargon. But you can't avoid it - CML is complicated. So we've tried to make it easier. All the technical words on this site are links. Hover over one with your mouse and a little explanation will pop up. Click on it and you'll be taken to our Glossary where you can get an even longer explanation.

Register on the site

To join our community, simply register with a valid email account (so that we can ensure you're not a spammer or robot) by using our Registration page. After you enter your details, you'll be sent an email containing a verification link. Just click the link to prove your identity.

Say hello in our forum

Finally, you'll almost certainly have more questions about your own situation than we can answer in our guides. That is what our forum is for. Come and introduce yourself and tell us a little bit about yourself. We'd love to hear from you.

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