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EPISODE · Feb 12, 2026 · 35 MIN

We Know That Trials Save Children

from Let's Talk Blood Cancer, The Patients' Podcast · host Cure Leukaemia

In this episode, we’re joined by Jo Hawkridge, mother of Jude Hawkridge, who was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia at just 7 years old.What’s in the episode:- Jo shares Jude’s diagnosis story and the early symptoms that raised concern- A deep dive into Jude’s complex treatment journey, including CAR-T therapy and a bone marrow transplant- The realities of isolation, and how his family navigated life during these times- The emotional and physical journey toward remission and what it meant for Jude and his family- How participation in a clinical trial brought new hope, offering access to innovative treatments not widely available- Why Jo and her family are passionate about supporting Cure Leukaemia- The creation of The ATICUS Network and its mission to improve the future for children living with blood cancerFind out more about Cure Leukaemia and how you can get involved and support blood cancer patients across the globe: ⁠⁠https://www.cureleukaemia.co.uk/⁠

In this episode, we’re joined by Jo Hawkridge, mother of Jude Hawkridge, who was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia at just 7 years old.What’s in the episode:- Jo shares Jude’s diagnosis story and the early symptoms that raised concern- A deep dive into Jude’s complex treatment journey, including CAR-T therapy and a bone marrow transplant- The realities of isolation, and how his family navigated life during these times- The emotional and physical journey toward remission and what it meant for Jude and his family- How participation in a clinical trial brought new hope, offering access to innovative treatments not widely available- Why Jo and her family are passionate about supporting Cure Leukaemia- The creation of The ATICUS Network and its mission to improve the future for children living with blood cancerFind out more about Cure Leukaemia and how you can get involved and support blood cancer patients across the globe: ⁠⁠https://www.cureleukaemia.co.uk/⁠

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