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Jesse
My name is Jesse Jordan. I'm a -year cancer survivor. I was diagnosed with acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL) when I was months old. Cancer has been on…
LLS Statement on COVID-19 Omicron Variant for Blood Cancer Patients and Survivors
Given the rapid rise in infections caused by the Omicron variant, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society has developed this page to provide blood cancer pat…
Shelley
Shelley was diagnosed with lymphoma in September of after finding a lump behind her ear. Testing showed she was in stage and had a tumor in her lar…
Myelofibrosis (MF) signs and symptoms
Myelofibrosis (MF) usually develops slowly. MF often does not cause early symptoms and may be found during a routine blood test. When fibrosis develop…
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Establishing Hematology Clinical Trial Hubs within the City of Hope Community and Affiliate Network
City of Hope (COH) has embarked on a strategic initiative to optimize our clinical network and increase research capacity at our Community and Affilia…
Imani
I was diagnosed with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) on my 11th birthday after having nosebleeds that lasted hours for months. Throughout my treatments…
Daniel
I was diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) in March at the age of . The cancer advanced rapidly and I was treated with a fludarabine/cy…
Steven
I’m Steven, a - who is no stranger to hard work and resilience. I juggle two jobs and live independently, but six months ago, my life took an unexpect…
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Abby
In , our identical twin daughters, Kenedi and Kendal, were diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) at three months old. After a brutal six months …
Ryan
I am a year survivor of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) and was heavily involved with LLS when I was a patient going through treatment. I was a pa…
Miguel
Miguel was diagnosed with lymphoma in . He was an active, healthy man all his life so this came as a total shock. We didn't know what to expect or wh…
Marc
In , Marc Smith, was diagnosed with acute myelogenous leukemia (AML). He was given a terminal prognosis and for more than two years endured numerous o…
Asha
Hi! My name is Asha. I was diagnosed with stage Hodgkin’s lymphoma when I was years old in December during my freshman year of college. I noticed a…
Michele
Bald is beautiful. Words and looks can be truly powerful. Positivity can change one’s opinion and most important of all, people. Surround yourself wit…
Infections, low blood counts, and iron overload in young adults
Blood cancer treatment can make patients susceptible to low blood counts and infections, which may be serious and difficult to treat.
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Choosing a pediatric blood cancer specialist or treatment center
After your child receives a blood cancer diagnosis, you will want to find a blood cancer specialist or choose a treatment center. Here’s how.
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Caring for Kids and Adolescents Workbook
This free workbook includes information about caring for your child, treatment options, school, nutrition, financial and legal issues, and more.
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.
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Infections, low blood counts, and iron overload in children and teens
Blood cancer treatment can make patients susceptible to low blood counts and infections, which may be serious and difficult to treat.
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Avery
I am writing as a parent of a cancer survivor. My daughter, Avery Smith, who is now years old, was diagnosed at ½ years old with leukemia. In , our t…
Maggie
I often said that cancer showed up at the worst time for me. I was finishing my first year of medical school and was in the midst of a very busy seaso…
John
In January , I had returned to my home outside of Charleston, South Carolina, from a -day assignment to Anchorage, Alaska. Even though I had returned …
Tina
As a lymphoma survivor, I want to take a moment to share my personal journey, as well as tell you all how Blood Cancer United was with me every step o…
Using the power of social media to reach Spanish-speaking communities
Para leer este post en español, haga clic aquí.Imagine facing a health crisis—like a blood cancer diagnosis—while you’re away from home. Now imagine y…
Long-term and late effects of blood cancer treatment
effects can linger for months or years after therapy. Heart disease and other cancers can appear years after treatment.
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