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American Society of Hematology (ASH)

Contact:
202-776-0544
Population Served:

Patients, caregivers and health professionals concerned with blood disorders, worldwide

Mission:

To further the understanding, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disorders affecting the blood, bone marrow, and the immunologic, hemostatic and vascular systems, by promoting research, clinical care, education, training, and advocacy in hematology.

  • Provides information about blood basics, blood disorders, and clinical trials (through collaboration with LLS)
  • Offers Find A Hematologist search tool for US residents to find hematologists who accept new patients, perform case reviews, or provide second opinions
  • Lists websites of patient groups with information about blood diseases
  • Provides hematology education, meetings, and publications for clinicians and scientists.

Association of Cancer Care Centers (ACCC)

Contact:
301-984-9496
Population Served:

Oncology Healthcare Professionals

Mission:

Mission: Bringing together healthcare professionals across all disciplines in oncology to promote quality cancer care.

  • Provides education and advocacy support along the cancer continuum.
  • Provides resources on operations and management for programs and practices in oncology.

Find a Health Center

Contact:
877-464-4772
Population Served:

Anyone in the U.S. in need of medical care that cannot afford it

Mission:

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) is an agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services which helps tens of millions of Americans get affordable health care and other help through HRSA programs.

  • Find a Health Center - Health Centers provide primary medical and dental care to people of all ages, whether or not they have health insurance. Services are provided on a sliding fee scale, based on your ability to pay.
  • Find Free or Reduced Cost Care at Hill-Burton Obligated Facilities - About 200 hospitals, nursing homes and other facilities across the U.S. are required to provide a specific amount of free or reduced-cost health care to people unable to pay
  • HIV/AIDS Care Ryan White HIV/AIDS programs connect people living with HIV/AIDS health care and support services
  • Eligibility for free or reduced cost care depends on income and whether or not you have health insurance.

National Cancer Institute's Cancer Information Service

Contact:
800-422-6237
Population Served:

Cancer patients, caregivers, family, friends, healthcare providers, researchers

Mission:

To provide accurate, up-to-date, and reliable information on cancer that is easy to understand; this free service is a federally funded cancer education program.

  • Offers trained information specialists who can answer cancer-related questions on a range of cancer topics (but is not a substitute for medical advice).

Patient Resource Cancer Guides

Contact:
Website
Population Served:

Patients and caregivers

Mission:

To empower people who are suffering with life-altering diseases by giving them the most comprehensive and up-to-date guides to treatment and facilities for their disease free of charge.

  • Provides free educational materials, written for ease of understanding, in print and online.

Blood Cancer United resources

Find free, specialized guidance and information for every type of blood cancer, request financial support, find emotional support, and connect with other members of the blood cancer community.

We are Blood Cancer United.

Everyone affected by blood cancer—patients, survivors, caregivers, researchers, advocates, fundraisers, everyone—has a story. Share yours.
Blood cancer patient wearing a knit beanie and glasses embraces a loved one during a hospital visit. The image highlights the importance of caregiver support, resilience, and hope throughout blood cancer treatment. Set in a healthcare environment, the photo reflects the experiences of blood cancer patients and families navigating diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and survivorship together.

Kerrie

acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)

leukemia patient weaing glasses and blue shirt at the beach

Paul

acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL)

Snapshot of Tricia with her family, a cancer survivor

Tricia

Staff

Jane, Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) patient, with companion

Jane

Hodgkin lymphoma

Gianna, Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) patient and advocate, pictured with other supporters

Gianna

Hodgkin lymphoma (HL)

Two people are sitting close together indoors near a window. One person is wearing a dark top, and the other is wrapped in a purple and black patterned blanket. The background shows part of a beige wall and a window frame with daylight coming through.

Kelsey

acute myeloid leukemia (AML)

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Bill

chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL)

Blood cancer patient sitting on a hospital bed during treatment alongside a supportive family member in a healthcare setting. Medical wristbands and treatment lines are visible, highlighting the realities of blood cancer care and recovery. The image reflects the vital role of caregivers, family support, and resilience throughout a blood cancer diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship experience, emphasizing hope and connection during a challenging time.

Elizabeth

Family member, caregiver, advocate

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Max

non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL)

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Ali

Family member and supporter

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Matt

Hodgkin lymphoma (HL)

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Jennifer

Mother and caregiver

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is now Blood Cancer United. Learn more.