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As all of us continue to adjust to a new normal amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, it’s essential to practice good self-care and prioritize our health. Margaret Martin, RD, MS, LDN, CDE, a registered dietitian at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), highlights the importance of staying well-nourished through nutrition. “Your body’s ability to fight infection and disease depends on your immune system. Although there are no special foods or dietary supplements that ca...

The COVID-19 pandemic is unsettling. Cancer survivors and their loved ones may feel particularly vulnerable today. Join Julie Larson, LCSW, during this program as we talk about caring for yourself today: fine-tuning self-awareness, seeking control during times of stress and other strategies to navigate the road ahead. Date: April 16, 2020 Time: 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM Eastern Time 12:00 AM to 1:00 PM Central Time 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM Mountain Time 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Pacific Tim...

Undercover reporting from The Brookings Institution finds salespeople are making misleading claims about short-term health plans and the coverage they provide for #COVID19 testing & treatment. In fact, these plans may leave consumers vulnerable to huge costs if they need medical care. We urge consumers to be wary. Read more at Misleading marketing of short-term health plans amid COVID-19.

Have your questions answered by cancer patients, doctors, and other experts at the forefront of battling cancer and coronavirus! Join our partners GRYT Health each Saturday. Register for free at https://grythealth.com/coronavirus.

Financial Assistance for Patients Impacted by COVID-19 Pandemic During these uncertain times, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is here for you. We recognize the unique concerns of blood cancer patients and their families during the COVID-19 pandemic, and we are amplifying our efforts to provide you with information and support. As part of these efforts, LLS is proud to announce the launch of a new patient assistance program – The LLS COVID-19 Patient Financial Aid Program (PF...

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is here to help. We’ve put together guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other tips to help caregivers and families keep their homes clean and healthy. Remember, washing your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds is one of the best ways to help protect yourself and others from the virus that causes coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and any virus for that matter. This guidance is meant to provide ...

To increase healthcare access during the COVID19 pandemic, 11 states and the District of Columbia have opened their marketplace exchanges. This allows individuals and families to purchase health insurance right now, outside of the normal open enrollment period. The states include: CA, CO, CT, MD, MA, MN, NV, NY, RI, VT, WA. For more information, visit https://grow.acorns.com/options-for-health-care-coverage/.

The ways we need to conduct our lives in the midst of this global COVID-19 pandemic is changing daily as more states are ordering us to hunker down, schools and businesses are shutting down or moving to virtual settings. We continue to hear every day from patients, caregivers and volunteers about how they should navigate their treatment and care in this confusing time. You asked and we’re responding. To pick up from the previous posts, here, here, and here, I’m tackling some more ...

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is here for you! Speak one-on-one with an Information Specialist who can assist you through cancer treatment, financial and social challenges and give accurate, up-to-date disease, treatment and support information. Our Information Specialists are master's level oncology social workers, nurses and health educators. How to Contact an Information Specialist: Call: (800) 955-4572 (Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET) Leave a message 24/7...

Join us as two hematologist/oncologists on the LLS leadership team, and experts in the field of blood cancer, answer your questions and concerns about coronavirus (COVID-19). Date: March 26, 2020 Time: 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Eastern Time 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Central Time 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Mountain Time 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM Pacific Time Speakers: Gwen Nichols, MD Chief Medical Officer The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Ruben A. Mesa, MD, FACP...