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TAP links 13 treatment centres coordinated by a central hub in
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Supporters of the charity take part in a number of sporting events throughout the year. The events include running, cycling, swimming, triathlons and challenges. Their bright colourful t-shirts can often be seen at events up and down the country, as many supporters take part throughout the year as
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In 2011 the charity launched a Trials
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In 2010 the charity renamed itself
Leukaemia and Lymphoma Research, and in 2015 it became Bloodwise. In November 2019 the charity announced they were changing their name to Blood Cancer UK because the name Bloodwise was "confusing to the public and beneficiaries and was unpopular among staff."
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In the financial year 2015, the charity has been able to invest ÂŁ32.3 million in gross new grant commitments, one of the biggest commitments they've ever made (FY14: ÂŁ23.2 million). A full list of the charity's current research projects can be found on the
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They invest money into blood cancer research to ensure that all patients have their disease diagnosed early and accurately, receive personal, targeted treatments which are effective and have minimal side effects in order to beat or manage their cancer.
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Blood Cancer UK also writes and publishes patient information on a wide range of subjects including blood cancers and related disorders, treatment options and lifestyle issues, and booklets specifically designed for children with blood cancers.
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