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Idan Mualim - Give back to the community
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On September 18, 2003, I was diagnoses with Leukemia, I was only 4 years old. That week, I was the “Star of the Week” at my preschool, but my mom took me out of school early one day because she found 2 lumps on my neck.
New Canadians now have easier access to LLSC resources and support
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Adjusting to life in a new country can be challenging, and facing a blood cancer diagnosis can add an extra layer of complexity. New Canadians now have easier access to information about blood cancer, as well as free programs and services offered by The Leukemia & Lymphoma…
Education, Media Mentions
Terms of Service
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These Terms of Service form an agreement between the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada and you.
Sponsor an event
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We rely on fundraising events to sustain our mission. These events are made possible in large part to the support from our sponsors – corporations or private donors.
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Caregiving During Treatment
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Learn how Caregivers care for a loved one during treatment. How to prepare the home and keep the home safe for mobility of patients, what cleaners to use, how to deal with pets and overall safety.
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Relationship Changes
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Learn how caregivers take care of relationship changes, intimacy issues, childcare, communication, medications, young adults and waivers
Healthcare management
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When Your Child Has Cancer
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Learn how to deal with a child that has cancer and their family, teachers and counsellors. How to communicate and coping skills. Included is a worksheet to help with keeping track of appointments.
Healthcare management
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AML survivor Gary Su's story
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Gary Su, of Calgary, was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in his 30s and underwent a stem cell transplant with his sister as donor. He says the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada became his guiding light, offering a wealth of reliable information and connecting…
Leukemia
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Caring for Yourself
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Learn how caregivers should be getting the help and information on what they need. Self-care, emotions, activities and hobbies.
Mental health and wellness
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Maintenance Therapy: Staying in remission after treatment
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Maintenance therapy is treatment given after the first (primary) therapy used to manage your cancer, or lower your risk of the cancer coming back. Some people may use maintenance therapy for a long time. This type of therapy can include drugs, vaccines, antibodies, or hormones.…
Treatment and side effects