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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.
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.
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.
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…
Many cancer survivors and caregivers face mental health challenges post-cancer
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Mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety and PTSD, can exist in blood cancer survivors and their caregivers even years after treatment is over.
Spotlight on GvHD, a serious side effect of stem cell transplants
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Graft vs. Host Disease (GvHD) is a serious side effect that commonly affects people who've undergone an allogeneic stem cell transplant (SCT), meaning they've received stem cells to treat their blood cancer. LLSC presented at the International GvHD Symposium in October…
Jay
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I had a pretty successful career and was thinking about starting a family of my own when I learned I had a blood cancer.
The Collings Stevens Family Foundation partners with LLSC to help Canadians impacted by CML
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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada, with partners like The Collings Stevens Family Foundation, is informing and empowering people impacted by chronic myeloid leukemia (CML), a once-fatal blood cancer now a manageable disease.
Work for LLSC
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At the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada, we are driven by our ambition to change the course of the blood cancer experience for every person in Canada. This vision is a huge undertaking requiring a culture that fosters big ideas, bold actions, and a great amount of heart.