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FDA Approves New Type of BTK Inhibitor to Treat Mantle Cell Lymphoma
Posted On: January 27, 2023Rye Brook, N.Y., January 27, 2023 – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved pirtobrutinib (Jaypirca™), the first non-covalent, reversable BTK inhibitor for the treatment of adults with mantle cell lymphoma that has worsened or returned despite earlier treatment.
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LLS Mourns the Passing of C. David Allis, PhD
Posted On: January 11, 2023Rye Brook, NY, January 11, 2023 -- The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society today joins with the blood cancer community in mourning the death of C. David Allis, PhD, a founding member of one of the largest LLS grant programs, Specialized Center of Research (SCOR). We extend our condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues.
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Insured Cancer Patients Continue to Face Barriers To Medically Necessary Treatment, New Report Warns
Posted On: January 9, 2023WASHINGTON, D.C., January 9, 2023 – A new report from a national cancer nonprofit warns that delays and red tape jeopardize patients’ access to lifesaving cancer care — even when they have high-quality health insurance.
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FDA Approves the First-in-Class Bispecific Antibody for Treatment of Follicular Lymphoma
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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Honors Six Outstanding Blood Cancer Scientists with 2022 Achievement Awards
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FDA Approves New Targeted Treatment Option for Certain Forms of Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Adults
Posted On: December 2, 2022 Read More
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Presence at ASH Showcases Progress to Advance Cures and Care for Blood Cancer Patients
Posted On: November 28, 2022RYE BROOK, N.Y., November 28, 2022 – At the 64th Annual American Society of Hematology (ASH) Annual Meeting (December 10-13), The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) will be presenting new research, leading sessions on the latest innovations in blood cancer treatment and equitable access to care, and proudly supporting hundreds of LLS-funded researchers who will share their findings. Read More