Fire with Fire: We Want to Cure Cancer (short video)

Who would dare to pit one fatal disease against another… inside the body of a six-year-old patient? The results will shatter all expectations. This is a short film on how some doctors are trying to find a cure for cancer using a whole new method. You can support The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society find a cure for cancer. Donate here! ...

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In Honor of Camila

Camila de la Llata: Today I was saddened to find out the news that a young woman, only 23 years old passed away on June 9th from Acute Myeloid Leukemia. I first met Camila when I worked at a summer camp in college. She was just finishing her Freshman year of High School and was full of life and energy. Despite the age gap between us there was something about Camila that made you want to be her friend. It was great getting to know her that summer...

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Who is LLS?

Who is The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and why should you donate? WHO:   The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is the world’s largest voluntary health organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research and providing education and patient services. Founded in 1949, we are relentless in pursuit of our mission: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. WHAT: Investing in blood cancer research: LLS has invested more than $750 million in research,...

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Someday is Today

Someday is Today Take a moment...donate to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Every little bit counts. $10 is the cost of sending two newly diagnosed patients information about their disease and how to get support. $25 covers a single prescription co-payment. $35 pays for transportation expenses for a patient living in Northern California's most rural areas to treatment at a comprehensive cancer center. $40 is the cost of sending a comprehensive packet of information for children with cancer. $75...

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Real Life Hero News

Hello everyone!     I know it has been a long time since we last updated, but I found out today that one of the Real Life Heroes spotlighted on our page was recently told that her Leukemia has returned. Sylvia was one of the first stories we told on our Real Life Heroes page. She is taking this news head on and started an aggressive course of treatment today.  She is mostly concerned about her three daughters, who have gone through this with her before three years ago.  Sylvia has been an active part of TNT and...

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