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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 of that devastating incident continue to be a challenge. Firefighters, police officers, emergency medics and others were exposed to harmful fumes and dust in the weeks and months following that disaster.
Finding Support in Community: Walgreens and LLS Show Up for Blood Cancer Patients
We all need a helping hand sometimes.
Add on a cancer diagnosis and the everyday suddenly feels... different. In many ways, harder.
Improving Blood Cancer Survival Takes More than New Drug Discovery
In my years as a practicing hematologist-oncologist and now as chief medical officer of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), I’ve met many blood cancer patients who worry about how they’ll afford their treatment on top of day-to-day expenses like rent and groceries. LLS offers financial assistance for qualifying blood cancer patients and families
Where Blood Cancer Meets Nature: Why This Scholarship Recipient Is Saving the Earth
When we think about the future, a lot can feel uncertain—especially as a teenager or young adult (AYA) with blood cancer.
We get it.
Adolescent & Young Adult Cancer Awareness Week: Free Support & Financial Resources from The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society for Blood Cancer Patients, Survivors, Families & Caregivers
** The following article highlights free resources and programs that might be of particular interest to the young adult community; these are also available to all blood cancer patients, including the families and caregivers of adolescents with a blood cancer. We encourage parents/guardians of minors (up to age 18) to request a free copy of the “Caring for Kids And Adolescents With Blood Cancer” workbook by calling 800-955-4572 and to learn more below about ways LLS can help.
Blood Cancer Survivors Find Special Meaning and Connection as Employee Champions of LLS Light the Night Events
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is proud of our continuing partnership with Gilead and Kite Oncology as the National Presenting Sponsor of Celebration and Community at Light The Night events across the U.S. helping bring people together and raise critical funds to support patients and their families.
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's New Chief Scientific Officer Excited about What's Next in Blood Cancer Research
Lore Gruenbaum, Ph.D., was promoted to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) following the retirement of longtime CSO Lee Greenberger, Ph.D. on December 31. We talked with Dr. Gruenbaum about her new role and what’s on the horizon for blood cancer research in 2025.
“It’s a privilege to lead a group of dedicated LLS scientists to seek out and fund innovative science for every type of blood cancer,” says Dr. Gruenbaum.
100 Blood Cancer Advocates Visit Washington, Urge Lawmakers to Act
For the first time in four years, blood cancer advocates convened in Washington, D.C. this spring. Together, they shared a single, critical purpose: to fight for better healthcare for cancer patients.
Nearly 100 volunteers – including patients, survivors, and caregivers – urged members of Congress to champion two key pieces of legislation that will transform lives. Through their unique experiences, and their powerful voices, they’re already making an impact.
Blood Cancer Treatment
In addition to our programs and services for blood cancer patients, families and caregivers, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is pleased to offer an extensive directory of national and international resources. It may be helpful for you to browse each section to discover all that's offered.
Blood Cancer - General Information
In addition to our programs and services for blood cancer patients, families and caregivers, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is pleased to offer an extensive directory of national and international resources. It may be helpful for you to browse each section to discover all that's offered.
Vaccination and Blood Cancer
Many types of blood cancer can reduce the ability to fight infections. Blood cancer, as well as its treatment, can also affect the level or length of protection someone gets from vaccinations. Patients should not assume that they will have the full protection of the vaccine even after being fully vaccinated.
Childhood Blood Cancer
Hearing that your child has cancer is terrifying. Today, however, most childhood blood cancer patients can expect to have full and productive lives. Thanks to new and improved therapies, survival rates for childhood blood cancer have improved significantly over the past several decades. In addition, doctors, nurses and researchers continue to search for the causes of childhood leukemia and lymphoma to develop even better treatments and tailor therapies to decrease toxic side effects.
Families Fighting for Cancer Cures: Generation LLS
As an organization founded by a family for families, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is celebrating 70 years of impact on generations of families, researchers and volunteers while looking to the future by redoubling its commitment to improve treatments and care for children with cancer.
Choosing a Blood Cancer Specialist
Hematologists specialize in internal medicine with a subspecialty in hematology, the study of diseases of the blood. A “hematologist-oncologist” is a doctor who specializes in treating people with blood cancers. Pediatric hematologist-oncologists treat infants, children, and adolescents with blood cancers. Blood cancers are uncommon diseases, so it can be to your advantage to be treated by a doctor specially trained to focus on treating patients with blood cancers.
Understanding Blood Cancers and Treatment Options
Leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes (MDSs) and myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs) are types of cancer that can affect the bone marrow, blood cells, lymph nodes and other parts of the lymphatic system. See the Disease Information pages to learn more about the different types of blood cancer.
Blood Cancer and Treatment Options
Treatment OptionsAfter your child is diagnosed with a blood cancer, you will work with members of the healthcare team to determine the best treatment plan. Treatment options vary depending on the patient's diagnosis, age, overall health, and other factors. Your child’s treatment plan might include
The Cost of Cancer Care and its Impact on Patients
LLS is on the frontlines of the battle against blood cancers, and we are alarmed by the stories that patients and their families are sharing with us about their struggles to access affordable, high-quality and stable care. Last year, our free Information Resource Center received more than 26,000 calls from patients and families – the majority included concerns about financial stress and difficulties accessing treatment.
Walgreens helps raise more than $6 million for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) and Susan G. Komen to Advance Cancer Research and Increase Access to Care
Join us in thanking Walgreens stores and customers across the country for raising over $6 million for LLS and Susan G. Komen during their spring campaign. Donations made at checkout at more than 9,000 U.S. Walgreens locations will be split evenly between the two organizations.
During this multi-year partnership, Walgreens has helped to donate more than $25 million by 2024 to advance research for tough-to-treat cancers and increase equitable access to care.