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If you are interested in becoming a sponsor or joining the Executive Leadership Committee, please contact the Chapter by calling --. You can also em…

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Stephen

Here's a truly inspiring story about a lymphoma patient and his treating physician who discovered in the midst of treatments last year that they share…

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Nicole

I am , and I am a cancer survivor. I was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) at . It all began with chest pains that increased over time, only lat…

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FDA Approves New Targeted Therapy for AML

Rye Brook, N.Y. (August , ) – Today marks another significant advance in the offensive against acute myeloid leukemia (AML), one of the most deadly bl…

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LLS Applauds Another Advance for Blood Cancer Patients

August , (Rye Brook, NY) - The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) applauds the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval today of (VyxeosTM)…

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Ashley

I had acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL) in . I went in to have surgery to remove all four of my wisdom teeth and never stopped bleeding after surgery…

Neuropathy

Some chemotherapy drugs have been known to affect the peripheral nerves in the nervous system, which can lead to pain, numbness or burning in your lim…

The Izzy Foundation Academic Scholarship Program

To support and recognize the personal triumphs of exemplary students who have survived the cancer journey. Offers academic scholarships to child…

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After Cancer Treatment: When Going Back to School isn’t Exciting

More than , children are affected by leukemia and lymphoma each year. These blood cancers account for about percent of all childhood cancers. Fortun…

Castleman Disease Collaborative Network (CDCN)

Dedicated to accelerating research and treatment for Castleman Disease (a group of inflammatory disorders) to improve survival for all patients. …

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Andre

In July , I was blessed with my son, Andre Christopher Jordan. He's my heart, pride and joy. Throughout his young life, Andre has humbled me with his …

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Family Support Groups - Georgia

Local LLS Support GroupsGeorgia Virtual Blood Cancer Support Group (with Kim and Maria) - MEETS VIRTUALLYFirst Tuesday of the month, :00PM – :00PMClic…

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Honored Hero Program - Wisconsin

An Honored Hero is someone who provides inspiration and support for the fundraising programs of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. An Honored Hero is an…

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Christy

I fell in love with distance running in while training for my first marathon as a member of Team In Training, raising money for The Leukemia & Lympho…

Tennessee Chapter Board of Trustees 2018-2019

CHAIR Charles H. Williamson Partner, Waller Landsen Dortch & Davis, LLP LeAnne Constantine Realtor, Principal Broker, ABR, SRES, SFR SECRETARY/TR…

Corporate Sponsors- East Tennessee Light the Night

The following companies and organizations are generous sponsors of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's (LLS's) Tennessee Chapter. We appreciate their d…

Family Support Groups - Western & Central New York

Local Support Group Rochester LLS Family Support Group - POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE In the interim, patients are invited to the General Cancer Su…

Family Support Groups ● North Carolina - Virginia

LLS Local Support Groups Newport News Cancer Support Group MEETINGS* Meets the 2nd Thursday of each month, :00am - :30am Riverside Cancer Center W…

Family Support Groups - South Central Texas

Family Support Group meetings are postponed until further notice. Please contact Chelsea Hart, Patient & Community Outreach Manager at chelsea.hart@ll…

Family Support Groups - Washington

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Douglas

In December , my life completely changed. I had a biopsy done just four days before Christmas, and my oncologist called me on Christmas Day to tell me…

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Blood Cancer Support Groups - Georgia - South Carolina

Blood Cancer Support GroupsGeorgia Support GroupsGeorgia Virtual Blood Cancer Support Group (with Kim and Maria) - MEETS VIRTUALLYFirst Tuesday of the…

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