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How the ACA saved me and other young cancer patients

graphic with words A Message of Gratitude from LLS President and CEO E. Anders Kolb, M.D.

5 Reasons why I’m grateful for LLS Volunteers

It’s National Volunteer Week, and I want to thank all our LLS volunteers for the time, energy, and commitment you give to our organization in service of blood cancer patients and their families. Through your many acts of kindness, compassion, and generosity, you are helping patients live longer, better lives. All of us at LLS are so grateful for you—all year long.

Practicing Self-Advocacy During My PTCL Journey

Split image of Racheli, Hodgkin lymphoma survivor. On the right, her during treatment. On the left, post-treatment.

Every Year Counts: Celebrating My Healing from Hodgkin Lymphoma

Many blood cancer survivors remember the day they were diagnosed, and they never forget it. For Racheli Alkobey Peltier—Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS)— when that date comes around, it’s a chance to mark her progress.

Each year, Racheli marks important milestones in her experience with blood cancer—taking time to reflect, feel gratitude, and look ahead. These dates are her “cancerversaries.”

Feeling uncertain? Start here.

FDA Approves Novel Car T-Immunotherapy for the Treatment of Multiple Myeloma

Digital Resources

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

Blood Cancer Treatment

Health Insurance - US

Patient Well-Being During Treatment

Professional Organizations for Health Care Providers

Related Diseases and Conditions

Resources - Canada and International

Patient and Caregiver Support and Counseling

Understanding Myeloma: A Quick Guide

Myeloma is a rare blood cancer

Fertility and Pregnancy

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. These organizations can help with cancer-related issues like financial assistance, support and counseling, assistance with transportation, and summer camps.

Financial Resources

For information about LLS's financial assistance programs, click here.

Advocates standing alongside NJ governor for the medical debt bill signing ceremony

LLS teams up with advocates to advance policies that protect patients from medical debt

Other Helpful Organizations

In addition to our programs and services for blood cancer patients, families and caregivers, LLS is pleased to offer an extensive directory of national and international resources. These organizations can help with cancer-related issues like financial assistance, support and counseling, assistance with transportation, etc. It may be helpful for you to browse through each section to discover all that is offered.

Support Groups

Reach Out to Others for Support

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's (LLS's) support groups are the perfect place to talk with other people affected by blood cancers, including patients, family members and caregivers. The groups provide mutual support and offer the opportunity to discuss anxieties and concerns with others who share the same experiences. This sharing strengthens the family bond and enhances everyone's ability to cope with cancer.

Myeloma cell and model of human skeleton

Champions in myeloma research, Part 2: A conversation with Suzanne Lentzsch, M.D., Ph.D.

To commemorate both Myeloma Awareness Month and Women’s History Month during March, I’ve been talking with LLS-funded women scientists who are driving discovery for myeloma patients. As we close out the month and my two-part series on myeloma researchers, I’m excited to share my recent conversation with Suzanne Lentzsch, M.D., Ph.D., Professor of Medicine and the Director of the Multiple Myeloma and Amyloidosis Program at Columbia University.

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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 ripples through families, friendships, and workplaces.

Cellular Crosstalk In The Normal And Malignant Bone Marrow

We want to understand how leukemia inhibits blood production as this is one of the main causes of death in leukemia patients. We use new microscopy techniques developed by our group to image—for the first time—all types of blood cells and how they are eradicated by leukemia cells. Identification of the mechanisms through which leukemia inhibits blood production will be the foundation for new studies to develop drugs to maintain normal blood levels and prevent death in leukemia patients.