What you need to know

About Lymphoma

Whether you or someone you love is newly diagnosed or a long-term survivor, Lymphoma Research Foundation (LRF) is here to help you. On this website, you will find up-to-date information on the many subtypes of two closely related cancers that affect the lymphatic system- Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Teleconferences, webcasts/podcasts and written material provide you with information developed specifically for patients and loved ones by leading lymphoma experts. LRF provides in-person patient education programs around the country, offers comprehensive patient support and clinical trials services and funds lymphoma research.

Q&A With Bruce Cheson, MD
SAB Chair-elect Bruce Cheson, MD comments on the recent FDA approval of rituximab in the treatment of CLL and what it means for patients.

Foundation News: Programs, Research & Advocacy

New Resources for Patients
LRF is pleased to announce the availability of three new comprehensive patient guides, Understanding Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Understanding Hodgkin Lymphoma and Understanding Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia. You can view them online or order a copy.

Annual Minnesota Restaurant Revue Raises Over $76,000 for Lymphoma Research
10 top Twin City chefs, 40 volunteers and over 315 guests helps Love to Find a Cure exceed its goal by over $11,000.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration Highlights Drug Approval Rate
New analysis shows more than 50 new cancer indications were approved over a 32 month period in the United States.

Lymphoma Workshop – Needham, MA
On Saturday, April 17, 2010, LRF is hosting a free educational program for lymphoma patients, survivors and loved ones in Needham, MA. Register today!

LRF Advocate Reviews Research Proposals for the Department of Defense
Minnesota Chapter member travels to Washington, DC to evaluate research proposals submitted to the Peer Reviewed Cancer Research Program, which is sponsored by the Department of Defense.

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Lymphoma in the News:

LRF's Three Newest Fellows – The Future of Lymphoma Research
Danelle James, MD from the University of California, San Diego, Richard Jones, PhD from the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and Prabodhika Mallikaratchy, PhD from Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center have each received 2-year fellowship grants totaling more than $300,000 over two years.

Medical Group Announces New Policies on Radiation
The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO) has released a new patient protection plan, aimed at improving safety and quality and reduce the chances of medical errors.

Report from 2009 Mantle Cell Lymphoma Consortium Scientific Workshop Published in Leukemia & Lymphoma
Traditionally accessible only to subscribers for one year, Leukemia and Lymphoma has agreed to make this report available to the public for one month . . .

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How You Can Make A Difference!

Do You Want to Help Find a Cure for Lymphoma?
If You Said Yes, Read On . . .
Team LRF is the perfect way to participate in exciting fundraising activities while accomplishing whatever goals you made for the New Year.

Join Team LRF for Lymphoma Research Foundation
Combine your enthusiasm for endurance sporting events with your dedication to raise awareness and funds for LRF!

Take a Step and Find a Cure for Lymphoma by participating in one of our 16 Lymphomathons nationwide

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