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Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration 3D Model

This model contains the following chapters. Use the buttons on the image to interact in 3D. Bone Marrow LocationBone Marrow DescriptionBone Marrow Fun…

Fact or Fiction? AML Causes and Symptoms

Topics Covered When searching for acute myeloid leukemia (AML) information online, how do you know what’s credible? During this webinar, Dr. Daniel P…

Calming Anxiety and Fear: Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Please note, with the fast developing knowledge on this topic, some recommendations may change as new data emerges. Click here to access the latest LL…

August 2020-Patient and Caregiver Education Programs

Please join your local chapter in the following education programs for patients and caregivers.

Student Mentorship and Research Training Program (SMART)

Providing medical students with opportunities to experience research alongside experienced blood cancer scientists.

Lab and imaging tests for young adults

To confirm a blood cancer diagnosis, doctors most commonly use blood, bone marrow, or imaging tests; urinalysis; a lymph node biopsy; or a lumbar punc…

DNA damage, immune response, aging and leukemia

Hematopoiesis is tightly regulated by intrinsic and extrinsic signals, alterations of which can affect hematopoietic stem cell (HSC) function and lead…

Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) signs and symptoms

Many people do not display CLL symptoms. An unexplained, elevated white blood cell count commonly leads a doctor to consider a CLL diagnosis.

Hairy cell leukemia (HCL) signs and symptoms

Signs and symptoms of HCLThe signs and symptoms of hairy cell leukemia aren't specific and are common to other, less serious illnesses. However, if yo…

Juvenile myelomonocytic leukemia (JMML) signs and symptoms

Children who have JMML may experience symptoms such as difficulty breathing and/or a dry cough, enlarged lymph nodes, or bone and joint pain.

Palliative (Supportive) care for children and teens

Follow-up care and survivorship for young adults

After you're in remission or your disease is under control, regular care is critically important. Stay on track with these tips and resources.

Blood tests and urinalysis for young adults

A complete blood count (CBC), blood smear, and urinalysis can help doctors diagnose leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and other types of blood cancers.

Bone marrow tests for children and teens

Bone marrow tests are used to confirm a blood cancer diagnosis or bone marrow disorder. They usually include bone marrow aspiration and bone marrow bi…

Infections, low blood counts, and iron overload

Blood cancer treatment can make patients susceptible to low blood counts and infections, which may be serious and difficult to treat.

Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) signs and symptoms

Signs and symptoms of ALL can include unexplained weight loss or loss of appetite, pain in bones and joints, swollen lymph nodes, wheezing, coughing, …

FDA Approves Treatment for Myelofibrosis and Anemia

RYE BROOK, N.Y., September , – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved momelotinib (Ojjaara™) for use in adults with intermedia…

Breakthroughs and Progress: Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)

Topics CoveredWe invite you to learn more about:Treatment options for AMLStrategies to manage side effectsNew therapies being studied for AMLDiscussin…

Education videos and webinars for healthcare professionals

Suggested Reading - Henri and the Magnificent Snort

Henri and the Magnificent Snort is about a little French bulldog who is bullied because of his snort. Henri is launched on a journey to learn how lova…

Our commitment to DEI and Health Equity

Suggested Reading - Henry and the White Wolf

Written and illustrated by a teenage brother and sister, this is an allegory about a sick hedgehog that is healed by the feared white wolf. Geared to …

LLS Children's Initiative - Patient and Education Support

LLS Statement on Anti-Asian Violence and Discrimination

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society condemns violence and discrimination against members of the Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islander community, whi…

Suggested Reading - I Survived From Cancer to Runway

In “I Survived” author Erica Campbell shares her remarkable survival journey as a Hodgkin Lymphoma patient turned advocate for patient education and f…