Articles tagged with: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
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Meet The Experts - On April 4, Dr. Guido Triocot and Dr. Maurizio Zangari from the University of Utah School of Medicine will join Dr. Choon-Kee Lee from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center to present a seminar on advancements in treating multiple myeloma and amyloidosis. The event begins at 9 a.m. at the Huntsman Cancer Institute Auditorium in Salt Lake City. For more information, visit the LLS Web site.
MMRF Race For Research - The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF) is hosting a number of races throughout the U.S. to raise funds for myeloma research in the hopes of finding new treatments. The next race is in San Francisco on April 5, followed by another in New Canaan, CT, on June 7. Ann Curry and Bob Costas are chairmen of this effort. To learn more information or to register, visit the MMRF Web site.
Getting The Best Cancer Care At Age 55 And Older - Join Linda Cannon, RN, MN, OCN, on April 6 for a lecture addressing cancer care. Topics including treatment decisions and communicating with your health care team will be discussed. A complimentary dinner will be served. This event will take place in San Luis Obispo, CA, at 6 p.m. For more information or to register, visit the LLS Web site.
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Diamonds & Champions – On April 2, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) will be hosting this benefit at the Omaha Hilton Hotel in Omaha, NE from 6:30 p.m. till 10 p.m. The event includes a reception, dinner, and presentation. The presentation will highlight advances in blood cancer research and treatment. Reservations and tickets are required to attend. For more information, please visit the LLS Web site.
Dress Down Day – The Northern New Jersey chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is asking that on April 3 businesses allow their workers to dress down in honor of blood cancer patients in Northern New Jersey. Participants are requested to donate a minimum of $10. Donations will go towards blood cancer research, patient care, and educational programs supported by the LLS. For more information, please see the LLS Web site.
Ft. Lauderdale Regional Community Workshop – On April 11, the International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) is holding an informational workshop on multiple myeloma at the Memorial Hospital West in Pembroke Pines, FL. The workshop begins at 9 a.m. and ends at noon. Information on diagnosis, relapse, side effects of treatment, and the importance of clinical trials will be discussed by specialists in myeloma. For further information, please visit the IMF Web site.
3rd Annual Tom Burke 3-On-3 Basketball Games – On April 4, the Burke family is hosting this tournament to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) in memory of Tom Burke. The games will be held at Iona College in New Rochelle, NY from 11 a.m. till 5 p.m. Teams may consist of 3-5 players with an entry fee of $75 per team. Pre-registration is required by April 1. For more information, please visit the LLS Web site.
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ING Georgia Marathon And Half Marathon — The event, which is sponsored by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), will be held in Atlanta on March 29. The urban course winds through historic Atlanta, with highlights along the course including Little Five Points, four college campuses, Piedmont Park, and the birthplace of Martin Luther King, Jr. Following the races, all participants will receive a commemorative medal, and live music will be played at the Centennial Olympic Plaza. For more information, visit the LLS Web site.
Lavaman Triathlon — The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is sponsoring the Lavaman Olympic Distance Triathlon, which will take place on March 29 in Kona, HI. The triathlon begins at Anaeho'omalu Bay with a 1500-meter Pacific Ocean swim, followed by a scenic 40-kilometer bike course with portions on the Ironman World Champion course. The race concludes with a 10-kilometer run that includes a lava field run, fast street sections, and a sandy beach finish line. For more information, visit the LLS Web site.
Lone Star Half Iron Triathlon — The triathlon, which is sponsored by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), will be held on March 30 in Galveston, TX. The race begins at the Moody Gardens white sand Palm Beach with a 1.2-mile saltwater swim and continues with a 56-mile bike course along the Gulf Coast of Texas. The triathlon concludes with a 13.1-mile run through the tropical gardens and towering glass pyramids of Moody Gardens. For more information, visit the LLS Web site and the Lone Star Half Iron Triathlon Web site.
Milestones in Myeloma Therapy — The Long Island chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) will host a free patient education program at the Bridgehampton National Bank in Bridgehampton, NY, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on March 31. The guest speaker for the event will be Dr. Marilyn McLaughlin of Peconic Regional Hematology Oncology. The program will cover an overview of multiple myeloma, a review of current and emerging drug therapies, management of disease- and treatment-related side effects, and emotional aspects and support. For more information, please contact Karen DeMairo at (631) 752-8500 or by e-mail at karen.demairo@lls.org.
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Financial Matters For Cancer Patients – On March 28, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) will host this free patient seminar on the financial issues that surround cancer treatment. The seminar will be held from 9:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at the American Cancer Society offices in Campbell, CA. For more information, visit the LLS Web site.
European Group For Blood And Marrow Transplantation Meetings – From March 28 until April 1, the European Group for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EBMT) will meet in Göteborg, Sweden to discuss current research and treatments involving blood and bone marrow transplantation. The five-day conference includes the 35th meeting of the EBMT, the 25th meeting of the EBMT Nurses Group, and the eighth meeting of the EBMT Data Management Group. Additionally, patients may be interested in the third annual EBMT Patient & Family Day given by leaders in the field of stem cell transplantation. For more information, visit the EBMT Web site.
Casino For A Cure – On March 28, the Delaware Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) will host a casino night to raise funds for the LLS. The event will be held at the Chase Center on the Riverfront in Wilmington, DE and begins at 8 p.m., with games and entertainment lasting until midnight. General Admission is $100; High Roller Admission is $150. For more information, visit the LLS Web site.
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International Myeloma Workshop 2009 Update: What’s Of Importance To Patients For Their Future – The International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) will be holding a teleconference workshop from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. on March 27. Dr. Morie Gertz, a hematologist and chair of the Department of Internal Medicine at the Mayo Clinic, will speak on topics of importance to patients for their future, leaving time for questions. The teleconference is free of charge, and no registration is required. For further information, please visit the IMF Web site.
3rd Annual Living With Myeloma Conference – The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) and the Arizona Myeloma Network will be holding this conference on March 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The conference will take place at the Scottsdale Conference Center in Scottsdale, AZ. Professionals and specialists in myeloma will discuss new progress in treatment and research. To register for the conference or for more information, please visit the Arizona Myeloma Network Web site.
Celebrating The Art Of Healing: Survivorship & Beyond – This event is scheduled for March 28 from 8:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. The healing convention will be held at the Monte Cassino Malcolm Deisenroth Performing Arts Center in Tulsa, OK. Dr. Ken Piper and Dr. John Eckenrode will give presentations on intimacy and what you should know when talking with your physician. Many other events focused on healing will be available throughout the day as well. For more information on this convention, please visit the LLS Web site.
Just A Short Run Half Marathon – The marathon will be held on March 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The location of the marathon is North Park Boathouse Allison, PA. In order to receive more information on this marathon, please see the LLS Web site.
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Division I Men’s Lacrosse Game — On March 21, two top Division I schools, Siena College and the University of Hartford, will face off in men’s lacrosse at 2:30 p.m. at St. John The Baptist High School in West Islip, NY. A $5 donation collected at the door will go to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) to sponsor multiple myeloma research. For more information, please contact katie.stockhammer@lls.org.
Rome Marathon — The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is sponsoring a marathon on March 22 in Rome, Italy. The marathon begins at the Coliseum and will wind past other historical sites: Saint Peter's, the Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona and the Spanish Steps. For more information, visit the LLS Web site.
Getting The Best Cancer Care At Age 55 And Older — On March 23, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) will host this patient program on cancer treatment for older adults. The event will be held from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Eisenhower Lucy Curci Cancer Center in Rancho Mirage, CA. Alison Mayer Sachs, MSW, CSW, OSW-C, will serve as guest speaker for the event. A complimentary lunch will be served, and pre-registration is required. For more information, visit the LLS Web site.
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International Myeloma Workshop 2009 Update: Patient Perspective – The International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) will be holding a teleconference workshop on March 20 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET. Maddie Hunter, a myeloma patient and a co-leader of the Philadelphia myeloma support group, will speak on the patient perspective and leave time for questions. The teleconference is free of charge and no registration is required. For the number to call or further information, please visit the IMF Web site.
Myeloma UK Patient And Family Myeloma Infodays – Myeloma UK’s first Infoday session will be March 21 at the Apex International Hotel in Edinburgh. The information day begins at 9:00 a.m. and includes presentations, question and answer sessions, and opportunities for networking. Registration is required. Subsequent Infodays, each in a different city in the UK, will be held monthly from April to June and also in September, October and twice in November. For the dates and locations, registration fees, or more information, please visit the Myeloma UK Web site.
Black Tie Gala – The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Black Tie Gala will take place on March 21 from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. at the Hyatt Regency Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing. The Gala is being held to honor Dr. Joanne Filicko of Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Cephalon, Inc., and ReedSmith LLP for their outstanding roles in aiding the LLS in its mission. Registration is required, and tickets are $75 for Friends of the Society or $250 for Benefactors. For more information, please see the LLS Web site.
