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RESEARCH NOW: 9/11 AND BLOOD CANCER RISK IN FIRST RESPONDERS

All of us were impacted by the tragedy of September 11. For those who dedicated countless hours to rescue, recovery, and clean-up efforts, the effects…

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Please join us for this free, in-person education dinner program for the blood cancer community! Registration is required.Please join us for a discuss…

Exploring Clinical Trials and Health Outcomes for the Black Cancer Community

A free educational eventPlease join us for a presentation and community discussion focused on informed decision making for clinical trials in cancer c…

Twin Cities All Blood Cancers Group

The group will address specific issues related to a blood cancer diagnosis and will provide an opportunity for attendees to discuss concerns, anxietie…

Multiple Myeloma Support from the Microenvironment: Bone Marrow Adipocytes and the Fatty Acid Binding Proteins

Our project’s goal is to change how multiple myeloma is understood and treated by interrogating a novel part of the cellular “soil” (the bone marrow a…

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Newest Event Aims to Power Groundbreaking Research and Support for Cancer Patients

It’s no secret the COVID-19 pandemic compelled individuals and communities nationwide to tap into their inner creativity and survival skills to pivot …

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What causes acute myeloid leukemia?

Table of contents: What causes acute myeloid leukemia?What is AML?Role of bone marrow and white blood cellsHow leukemia interferes with blood cell cou…

NBA Rookie Honors Late Coach by Donating Car to LLS

Thanks to Karl-Anthony Towns, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) will be getting a brand new Kia!The NBA awarded the 2015-16 Kia NBA Rookie of the …

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Still Reins “Superior” in Independent Analysis of Chronic Disease Nonprofits

LLS continues to sustain bold progress, maintaining Cause Reports highest score and earned an esteemed "Superior" rating in its new, independent analy…

Fox Valley All Blood Cancers Group

The group will address specific issues related to a blood cancer diagnosis and will provide an opportunity for attendees to discuss concerns, anxietie…

High School Students Challenge Status Quo in Philanthropic Competition to Support Blood Cancer Patients and Families

View the multimedia press release here.(RYE BROOK, NY, June 15, 2023) – Thousands of relentless high school students across the U.S. are committed to …

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Shred For Red: Communities Nationwide to Join Olympians at Deer Valley Resort to Support Blood Cancer Patients

no-float 100 (RYE BROOK, N.Y., November 12, 2024) - The Leukemia &…

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Leukemia Research Funded by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Gets Infusion of Support from Startup Biotechnology Company

White Plains, NY - March 30, 2015 - A promising University of Michigan research project focused on developing new treatments for patients with a rare …

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FAQs: Proposed federal spending cuts and blood cancer research and care

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) has heard great concerns from patients, caregivers, volunteers, healthcare professionals, researchers, community…

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THOUSANDS ACROSS THE NATION TO STEP UP TO TAKE CANCER DOWN

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LLS advocates helped North Carolina expand Medicaid

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper just signed Medicaid expansion into law, following years of advocacy from LLS volunteers and staff. Once it takes effec…

Leukemia vs. lymphoma: What you need to know

Table of contentsLeukemia vs. Lymphoma: What You Need to KnowWhat Is Leukemia?Organs Affected by LeukemiaWhat Is Lymphoma?Organs Affected by LymphomaD…

Beyond the diagnosis: How employers can champion employees facing cancer

“When someone faces cancer, they shouldn't have to go it alone.” – Orlando Ashworth, CPO, LLS Cancer doesn’t just impact an individual. It sends rippl…

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Meet the Researcher: Omar Abdel-Wahab, MD

Dr. Abdel-Wahab of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center focuses on an area of research called epigenetics – chemical modifications that regulate (sw…