Petition · Department of Health and Social Care
Review diagnosis of blood cancer in young people
Open for signatures
18 signatures
What the petition asks
Young people with leukaemia are often misdiagnosed as symptoms are mistaken for more common illnesses, and cancer is considered unlikely. The Government should review NHS guidance and training for healthcare professionals and access to blood tests when blood cancer is suspected.
Blood cancer symptoms are often misdiagnosed, so many people are not offered a full blood count. This affects young people as blood cancer is considered unlikely at their age and they may appear healthy or cope with symptoms for longer. Delayed diagnosis means many patients present to hospital as an emergency, increasing pressure on the NHS. Improving guidance and education for HCP's would ensure blood tests are requested when blood cancer is a possibility, leading to earlier diagnosis.
Timeline
| 7 Aug 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
18
Status
Open for signatures
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
Opened
7 Aug 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 8 Aug 2026.