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“I'm still here": Living with multiple myeloma for 12 years
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David Johnson, of BC, first diagnosed with the disease in 2012 in his early 50s, has experienced 2 relapses, 2 stem cell transplants, and participated in a clinical trial for CAR T-cell therapy. Dr. Anthony Reiman, medical oncologist in NB, talks about advances in MM treatment.
Myeloma
Multiple Myeloma
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Learn more about multiple myeloma and the resources we have available.
Myeloma
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Managing Graft vs Host Disease (GvHD): Guide for Healthcare Professionals
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This fact sheet provides an overview of GvHD for healthcare professionals. It reviews presenting symptoms, treatment options and side effects to effectively support your patients.
Treatment and side effects
Myeloproliferative neoplasms
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Learn more about myeloproliferative neoplasms and the resources we have available.
Myeloproliferative neoplasms
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Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)
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AML is one of four main types of leukemia. It progresses quickly if untreated. It features cancerous blood cells, often called “blasts.” AML typically affects adults over the age of 65 and is slightly more common in men.
Leukemia
One Kilometre at a Time transportation subsidy program
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The One Kilometre at a Time transportation subsidy from the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada provides one-time financial support to Canadians with an acute or chronic blood cancer requiring at least 30 km round trip for medical appointment(s) as referred by their…
Support groups
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You can connect with others going through a similar cancer experience by joining one of our many support groups. Our support groups are safe and supportive. They bring people from all walks of life together to share their concerns about their blood cancer experience without the…
Personalized support
First Connection Caregiver Support Program
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For those days when it seems like the others just “don’t get it” and you have no one to turn to, we can help connect you with someone who has been in a similar role of supporting their loved one through a blood cancer experience.
Personalized support
First Connection Peer Support Program
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Being able to speak to someone who has been through a similar blood cancer experience helps to rebuild the strength and courage for those newly diagnosed.
Personalized support