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Large Granular Lymphocytic (LGL) Leukemia
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This type of leukemia affects larger lymphocytes, with granules (small grains) that are visible. It can develop slowly (chronic) or progress quickly (aggressive), and affects both men and women, average age of 60 years.
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B-cell Prolymphocytic Leukemia (B-PLL)
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B-PLL is a rare and often aggressive cancer. B-PLL often evolves from a more slow-growing B-cell cancer such as chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). It’s a type of PLL with cells that are large; these cells are not normally found in the blood.
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B-cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (B-cell ALL)
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B-cell ALL is a sub-type of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). About 88% of children with ALL, and 75% of adults with ALL, have B-cell ALL. It is a fast-growing (aggressive) type of blood cancer.
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Spider-Mable VS Leukemia activity book
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Activity book for children and families facing a blood cancer diagnosis.
Leukemia
AML Maintenance Therapy: A Conversation with Dr. Tobias Berg
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Leukemia, Treatment and side effects
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…
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Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and your genes
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When you are first diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), you may have genetic tests on your leukemia cells. Doctors uses tests such as fluorescent in-situ hybridization (FISH) and DNA sequencing to look for changes in chromosomes and genes, such as whether part of a…
Leukemia
New Treatment Guidelines to Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL): Latest advances & treatments
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In this 1-hour webcast, Dr. Versha Banerji, a Canadian leader in CLL treatment and research, have provided the latest information on CLL diagnosis and treatment options. Dr. Banerji spoke about who the disease affects and how it progresses, how decisions are made about when to…
Leukemia, Treatment and side effects
Zoe & Leukemia
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Hi! My name is Zoë. I am three years old. I like going outside, playing with my friends and colouring. In this book, I will tell you about my adventure with leukemia
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Understanding and Managing Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)
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A comprehensive guide to better understand ALL.
Leukemia