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A tale of 2 Toms: Gift of life by stem cell donation, and the inspiration to share the story
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When Rod Neander, of Calgary, Alberta, got to hug the man who saved his life, it was in fact the second young father named Tom in the Manchester, UK area who made a big impact in his blood cancer experience.
Stories, Volunteers, Leukemia, Treatment and side effects
Blood cancer quality of life research supported by Steele Auto Group
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Great research takes solid funding; The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada (LLSC) is fortunate to the support of Steele Auto Group (SAG) headquartered in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.
Events, Partners, Research
LLSC’s first publication in a medical journal
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What an honour to be invited to publish in the Canadian Oncology Nursing Journal, and how exciting to see it in print in the Spring 2024 edition!
Media Mentions, Partners, Research
Mental health risks and blood cancers
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Did you know that people affected by cancer experience at least double the prevalence of depression and anxiety than in the general population?* That’s not just at diagnosis or during cancer treatment. Even years after treatment, you or your loved one may struggle with cancer-…
Education, Mental health and wellness
Ottawa in-person ‘Blood Cancer Connect & Learn’
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More than 70 people impacted by blood cancer attended an event in Ottawa on Wednesday, May 8th, 2024 at the Canada Science and Technology Museum.
Education, Events, Volunteers
CAPO 2024 Psychosocial oncology networking
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LLSC Community Service Lead for Alberta, Desiree Naylor, recently attended the Canadian Association of Psychosocial Oncology (CAPO 2024) Conference – the first time the event has been held in Calgary in more than 20 years.
Events, Partners, Mental health and wellness
Winnipeg in-person ‘Blood Cancer Connect & Learn’ conference
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More than 72 people impacted by blood cancer came together from across Manitoba to learn more about blood cancer from medical experts, and to connect with each other over brunch at a downtown Winnipeg hotel.
Education, Events, Volunteers
Tackling cancer challenges with older South Asians through courageous conversations
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A new research project, funded by a LLSC Blood Cancer Quality of Life Grant, will investigate the blood cancer experience of South Asian Canadians over the age of 65 and their caregivers.
Media Mentions, Research, Myeloma
Returning to work after cancer may not be what you expected
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Life after cancer looks different for every individual, including a return to work - if that is even possible.
Media Mentions, Research, Volunteers
Vancouver in-person ‘Blood Cancer Connect & Learn’
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More than 100 people impacted by blood cancer registered for the event in Vancouver on Saturday, September 14th, 2024 at the Jewish Community Centre. Called “Blood Cancer Connect & Learn.” this was the third in-person community education event held by LLSC since the pandemic…
Education, Events, Volunteers