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Frances’ story: Juggling university studies and a cancer diagnosis ​

Frances, from Belfast, was diagnosed with a type of blood cancer, called acute lymphoblastic leukaemia, in 2017 while studying at St. Andrews University. Here’s her story of living with cancer. 

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The road to medical school can be difficult for anyone. Now imagine being diagnosed with lymphoma at the same time.
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Sachi looks at her young daughter. And the young girl stares delightedly back at her mum.

PP-UNP-GBR-11356 / January 2025