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CAR T-cell therapy was a lifeline for Camille diagnosed with ALL
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Single mom Camille Leahy, diagnosed in 2020 with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), talks about her experience getting CAR-T as a successful last line of treatment. Dr. Sita Bhella discusses what is involved in the medical procedure, and the exciting progress in CAR-T in its…
Leukemia, Treatment and side effects
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) Treatment Discussion Guide
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Beyond active surveillance (the ‘watch and wait approach’) there are several CLL treatments to consider. Each treatment has different features and side effects. It is important to be comfortable with the CLL treatment you choose.
Leukemia
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Causes of blood cancer - What we know - Innovation and Research Webcast Series 2023
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In this presentation, Dr. John Dick, one of Canada’s pioneering scientists in the field of “cancer stem cells”, will explain how his research into the causes of blood cancers holds the promise for improved treatments and quality of life for Canadians affected by blood cancers.
Diagnosis and tests, Leukemia, Research
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Understanding ribonucleic acid (RNA) and its role in leukemia: 2024 Leukemia Conference
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RNA is more than just DNA's lesser-known cousin. Dr. Katherine Borden, Professor, Pathology, Cell Biology at the Institute for Research in Immunology and Cancer, University of Montreal and Dr. Sarit Assouline, chief of the Division of Hematology at the JGH and Senior…
Leukemia, Research
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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
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How to actively participate in you cancer care (self advocacy): 2024 Leukemia Conference
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Learn practical ways to be a proactive agent of change in your own cancer experience or that of your loved one. This webcast was led by Geoffrey Molle and Natasha Sani, from the Community Services Team at LLSC, and will include people impacted by blood cancer. They will offer…
Leukemia
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Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL): Changing treatment goals - 2024 Leukemia Conference, LLSC
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Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) affects immature white blood cells called lymphoblasts and can progresses quickly without treatment. Dr. Dawn Maze, a member of the Leukemia Program and the Elizabeth and Tony Comper MPN Program at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, addresses…
Leukemia
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Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL): Advances in research & treatment: 2024 Leukemia Conference, LLSC
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Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) is the most common type of leukemia in adults and can vary from person to person. This is why a one-size-fits-all treatment approach is not optimal. Research advances in how we treat CLL are discussed by Dr. Anthea Peters, Hematologist at the…
Leukemia
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Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML): Treatment options, minimizing side effects, 2024 Leukemia Conference
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Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) is a rare type of leukemia that can happen when cells that make the blood develop a genetic change called BCR-ABL1 (Philadelphia chromone). Dr. M. Lynn Savoie, hematologist at Tom Baker Cancer Centre in Calgary, Alberta, discusses treatment options…
Leukemia
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Understanding and managing chronic myeloid leukemia (CML)
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You or your loved one has been diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML).This booklet was designed to answer some questions you may have about chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). It summarizes what CML is and its phases, as well as treatment options available in Canada and their…
Leukemia