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Information for Patients With Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) Wednesday, July 1, 2015 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM Eastern Time 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Central Time 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Mountain Time 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Pacific Time Dear Participant, On behalf of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), thank you for registering for the upcoming free telephone/Web education program, Information for Patients With Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), with featured speaker Mark B. Juckett, MD. We are pleased you will join us for this program. Support for this program provided by Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Participate in this program by selecting one of two convenient ways: Telephone: Please call toll-free (844) 469-2538, Password “LLS(you may also mention Conference ID: 4359 9533) 15 minutes prior to the start time. Note: In order to join this conference call, you will be required to provide either the Password or the Conference ID number listed above. Computer: Please log into www.cancereducation.com/AML 15 minutes prior to the start time. Included in this packet you will find: 1. Program Agenda 2. Dr. Juckett’s Biography 3. Program Evaluation: www.LLS.org/tweval or prepaid envelope provided 4. Flyer: Advocacy Flyer and Online Chats 5. Flyer: Information Specialists/TrialCheck ® 6. Flyer: Telephone and Web Education Programs and Web Education Videos 7. Flyer: Publications in English and Spanish 8. Brochure: Resources and Support Presentation slides will be available the day of the program by visiting www.LLS.org/programs. (Click on the program title to access the slides.) If you need additional program packets, please call toll-free (855) 676-7723. To download or order free educational materials, please visit www.LLS.org/publications. To access materials in Spanish, please visit www.LLS.org/materiales. For more information about this or other programs and services offered by LLS, please call an LLS Information Specialist toll-free at (800) 955-4572. Information Specialists are master’s level oncology professionals who are available to assist you. We look forward to your participation in this program and thank you for joining us. Sincerely, Elizabeth Kitlas, LMSW Sr. Director, Patient Programs and Education Content The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
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Information for Patients With Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)

Wednesday, July 1, 2015

1:00 PM to 2:00 PM Eastern Time 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Central Time 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Mountain Time 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Pacific Time

Dear Participant, On behalf of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), thank you for registering for the upcoming free telephone/Web education program, Information for Patients With Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), with featured speaker Mark B. Juckett, MD. We are pleased you will join us for this program. Support for this program provided by Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Participate in this program by selecting one of two convenient ways: Telephone: Please call toll-free (844) 469-2538, Password “LLS” (you may also mention Conference ID: 4359 9533) 15 minutes prior

to the start time. Note: In order to join this conference call, you will be required to provide either the Password or the Conference ID number

listed above. Computer: Please log into www.cancereducation.com/AML 15 minutes prior to the start time. Included in this packet you will find:

1. Program Agenda 2. Dr. Juckett’s Biography 3. Program Evaluation: www.LLS.org/tweval or prepaid envelope provided 4. Flyer: Advocacy Flyer and Online Chats 5. Flyer: Information Specialists/TrialCheck® 6. Flyer: Telephone and Web Education Programs and Web Education Videos 7. Flyer: Publications in English and Spanish 8. Brochure: Resources and Support

Presentation slides will be available the day of the program by visiting www.LLS.org/programs. (Click on the program title to access the slides.) If you need additional program packets, please call toll-free (855) 676-7723. To download or order free educational materials, please visit www.LLS.org/publications. To access materials in Spanish, please visit www.LLS.org/materiales. For more information about this or other programs and services offered by LLS, please call an LLS Information Specialist toll-free at (800) 955-4572. Information Specialists are master’s level oncology professionals who are available to assist you. We look forward to your participation in this program and thank you for joining us. Sincerely, Elizabeth Kitlas, LMSW Sr. Director, Patient Programs and Education Content The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

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Information for Patients With Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)

Agenda

Wednesday, July 1, 2015

1:00 PM to 2:00 PM Eastern Time 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM Central Time 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Mountain Time 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Pacific Time

12:45 PM ET Join the Program Dial-in: (844) 469-2538 Password: “LLS” or Conference ID: 4359 9533

Note: In order to join this conference call, you will be required to provide either the Password or the Conference ID number listed above.

Log-in: www.cancereducation.com/AML 1:00–1:05 PM ET Welcome and Introductions

Lizette Figueroa-Rivera, MA Senior Manager, Patient and Professional Education Programs The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

1:05–1:35 PM ET Presentation

Mark B. Juckett, MD Vice Chair for Clinical Affairs and Quality Associate Professor Department of Medicine Division of Hematology/Medical Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplantation University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health Madison, WI Dr. Juckett will: • Define acute myeloid leukemia (AML) subtypes • Identify current and emerging treatment options for AML • Explain how to manage disease and treatment-related side effects • Discuss the role of clinical trials in improving treatment outcomes • Review the importance of communicating with your healthcare team

1:35–1:55 PM ET Questions and Answers with Dr. Juckett 1:55–2:00 PM ET Summary and Conclusion Lizette Figueroa-Rivera, MA

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Information for Patients With Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)

Biography

Mark B. Juckett, MD Vice Chair for Clinical Affairs and Quality Associate Professor Department of Medicine Division of Hematology/Medical Oncology/Bone Marrow Transplantation University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health Madison, WI

Mark B. Juckett, MD, is the Vice Chair for Clinical Affairs and Quality and Associate Professor of the Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology, Medical Oncology, and Bone Marrow Transplantation at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in Madison, Wisconsin, since December 2000. After receiving his medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine in Kentucky, he completed his residency and fellowship at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Juckett received board certifications in hematology and medical oncology. Dr. Juckett provides inpatient and outpatient care for patients with blood cancers and for those in need of blood and marrow transplantation. He has developed and/or assisted in the development of innovative treatment protocols for leukemia and methods of transplantation, and he has a strong interest in the improvement of health care delivery. With over 25 years of experience in blood and bone marrow transplantation, his clinical interests include acute myeloid leukemia (AML), myelodysplastic syndromes, other hematologic malignancies, hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and cancer immunotherapy. Dr. Juckett has authored/co-authored numerous peer-reviewed journal articles in his field. He was honored with the Best Doctors in America® award in 2011, 2013 and 2014 and was recognized as one of Madison magazine’s Top Doctors in 2012 and 2014.

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Information for Patients With Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) July 1, 2015

Program Evaluation

Your feedback is important to us and is used to help design future education programs. Complete this form or complete it online at www.LLS.org/tweval to be entered to win a $25 gift card. (See end of form to complete your entry.) Thank you. 1.) Are you a cancer patient/survivor? Yes No If you are not a cancer patient/survivor, what is your relationship? Caregiver Family Member Friend/Concerned Individual Physician Nursing Professional Social Worker Other Healthcare Professional Other

2.) What is your ZIP/postal code? _________________________

3.) Email address: ______________________________________ 4.) As a result of participating in this program, to what extent do you agree with the following statements?

(Select one answer for each.)

Completely Disagree

Somewhat Disagree

Somewhat Agree

Completely Agree

I am knowledgeable about acute myeloid leukemia (AML) subtypes

I know the current and emerging treatment options for AML

I know how to manage disease and treatment-related side effects

I know the role clinical trials play in improving treatment outcomes

I feel prepared to communicate with my healthcare team 5.) I will discuss the following topics presented in this program with the healthcare team (choose all that apply):

Diagnosis Treatment Clinical Trials Side Effects Management Prognosis Long-term Effects Other ________________ None

Please explain: ________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6.) Please describe any information you expected to get from this program and did not receive.

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ 7.) What is the patient’s/survivor’s age?

Under 19 19–30 31–40 41–50 51–60 61–70 71 or older

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Information for Patients With Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) 8.) What is your age, if you are not the patient/survivor?

Under 19 19–30 31–40 41–50 51–60 61–70 71 or older

9.) What is your gender? Male Female 10.) How long has it been since the patient/survivor was diagnosed?

Less than 30 days 1–3 months 4–7 months 8–11 months 1–3 years 4–7 years 8–10 years 11–20 years More than 20 years N/A

11.) What treatments have you/the patient had?

Chemotherapy Autologous stem cell transplantation Allogeneic stem cell transplantation Single drug therapy (IV, oral or

subcutaneous medication) Radiation therapy Other (please specify)

_______________________________ N/A 12.) Are you/the patient enrolled in, considering, or a past participant in a clinical trial?

Enrolled in a clinical trial Considering participation in a clinical trial Have been a participant in a clinical trial N/A Have not considered participation in a clinical trial (please comment) _________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________________ 13.) Following this program, do you feel more prepared to discuss treatment and disease management with members of the

healthcare team?

Yes No N/A

14.) Please give us any additional feedback about this program. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Complete this section to be entered to win a gift card. Your information will be used for this purpose only. First Name:______________________________________ Last Name: _______________________________________________ Email Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________________ or complete mailing address, including ZIP/postal code: _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________

If you have additional questions following this program, please contact an LLS Information Specialist toll-free at (800) 955-4572 or [email protected].

Mail this completed form in the self-addressed stamped envelope provided, or send to: AOI Communications, L.P., 1 East Uwchlan Ave., Suite 408, Exton, PA 19341

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LLS Advocacy

The LLS Office of Public Policy is dedicated to removing barriers to quality, affordable, coordinated care for blood cancer patients. We work to shape and drive policies – speeding research and ensuring access to clinical trials and life-saving treatments Together we can improve the lives of individuals with blood cancers.

Join us today. Visit www.LLS.org/advocacy.

If you would like to order this brochure or any other free publications, please call an LLSInformation Specialist at (800) 955-4572 or email [email protected]. You can also downloadthem at www.LLS.org/publications.

Para pedir estos u otros libritos gratis, por favor llame a un especialista en información de La Sociedad de Lucha contra la Leucemia y el Linfoma llamando al (800) 955-4572, por correo electrónico a [email protected], o puede descargarlos de nuestro sitio Web de LLS a www.LLS.org/espanol.

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Online Chats The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Online Chats are free, password-protected, live sessions moderated by oncology social workers. The moderator's will help guide discussions as well as provide resources, information, and support.

The chats provide a forum for those impacted by cancer to share experiences and offer

mutual support.

To register for one of the chats below, or for more information, please visit www.LLS.org/chat. (Note: A laptop or desktop computer is needed to participate. The chat platform cannot support tablets or Smartphones.)

Living with NHL

Monday & Wednesday from 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Eastern Time

Caregivers

Monday from 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM Eastern Time (as of 3/2/15)

Living with Myeloma

Tuesday from 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM Eastern Time

Living with CML

Tuesday & Thursday from 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM Eastern Time

Young Adults Living with Leukemia, Lymphoma & Myeloma

Tuesday from 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM Eastern Time

Living with Acute Leukemia

Thursday from 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM Eastern Time

Support for the CML Chat provided by Support for the Myeloma and Caregivers Chats provided by Takeda Oncology

Support for the NHL Chat provided by

2-13-15

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02-13-703-TL1

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Online Chats are free, password-protected, two-hour live sessions for non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL), chronic myeloid leukemia (CML),myeloma and young adult survivors. Each chat is held weekly and is moderated by anoncology social worker.

The chats bring survivors together to share experiences and offer mutual support. Themoderator's role is determined by the wants and needs of the participants in each group.

To register, or for more information, please visit www.LLS.org/chat.

Sponsored by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. CML Chat supported by a grant from Bristol-Myers Squibb.Myeloma and Caregivers Chats supported by grants from Millennium: The Takeda Oncology Company.

TrialCheck® A Clinical Trial Search Service

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is pleased to offer TrialCheck®, a clinical trial* search tool.

After answering a few short questions, healthcare professionals, patients and caregivers can immediately access listings of clinical trials for leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma and other blood cancers. Search results show clinical trials targeted to a patient’s diagnosis, disease type and stage, and zip code preference.

The service is accessed through the LLS websitewww.LLS.org/clinicaltrials or by calling an LLS Information Specialist at (800) 955-4572.

*A cancer clinical trial is a carefully controlled research study conductedby doctors to improve the care and treatment of cancer patients.

Online Chats

Caregivers Chat Coming Soon!

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Information Specialists provide patients, families and healthcare professionals with the latest information on leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma. Our team consists of master’s level social workers, nurses and health educators who are available by phone Monday through Friday, 9 am to 9 pm (ET).

REACH OUT TO OURINFORMATION SPECIALISTS

For a complete directory of our patient services programs, contact us at

800.955.4572 or www. LLS.org(Callers may request a language interpreter.)

*A cancer clinical trial is a carefully controlled research study conducted by doctors to improve the care and treatment of cancer patients.

Supported by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society with sponsorship from Celgene Corporation and Takeda Oncology. TrialCheck® powered by eviti® | Clinical Trials.

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LEUKEMIA LYMPHOMA MYELOMA MDS MPN

Advances in Blood Cancers: Making NHL & CLL Treatment DecisionsAdvances in Blook Cancers: Update on MyelomaAdvances in Blood Cancers: NHL Treatment and SurvivorshipAdvances in Blood Cancers: Update on CMLAdvances in Blood Cancers: Update on Treatment for Myelofibrosis Cancer Survivorship in Young Adults: Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML): The Role of PCR TestingMyelofibrosis Disease Overview and Treatment OptionsAdvances in Blook Cancers: Update on MyelomaPaths to Recovery: Stories from Two Blood Cancer Survivors

Check out the following videos, plus more, at www.LLS.org/educationvideos:

telephone/webeducation programs

education programs

n Adult Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL): Update on Diagnosis and Treatment

n AML: Update on Diagnosis and Treatment

n CLL: Current and Emerging Therapies

n Living with Slow-Growing Lymphoma

n Mantle Cell Lymphoma: Update on Treatment

n MDS: Diagnosis and Treatment Update

n Myeloma: Update on Treatment from the American Society of Hematology (ASH®) Annual Meeting

n NHL: Keys to an Accurate Diagnosis

n Update on Chronic Myeloid Leukeia

live telephone/web programs

FOR UPCOMING, ONGOING, AND PAST PROGRAMS, VISIT www.LLS.org/programs

programs in Spanish

n Pediatric ALL: Update on Treatment and Follow-up Care

n Questions to Ask to Make Informed Treatment Decisions

For more programs in Spanish, visit:www.LLS.org/programas

get information & support

Contact an LLS InformationSpecialist at (800) 955-4572 or

[email protected]

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LLS VideosThe Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) invites patients, caregivers and healthcareproviders to view these free education videos about survivorship, financial healthmatters, disease updates and other topics.

Closed captioning is available for some of the videos.

Visit www.LLS.org/educationvideos to view these programs.

Cancer Survivorship inYoung Adults:

Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)

Supported by a grant from

Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML)

The Role of PCR Testing

Supported by a grant from

Learn about managing fatigue, anxiety, depression,and pain through the experiences of Laura andTodd and their healthcare professionals.

FREE WEB EDUCATION VIDEOS

Supported by a grant from@llsusa follow LLSforacure

MyelofibrosisDisease Overview and

Treatment Options

For additional information onthese videos or other educationprograms and services offeredby The Leukemia & LymphomaSociety, please call an LLSInformation Specialist todaytoll-free at (800) 955-4572 [email protected].

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PUBLICATIONS IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH To order these or other free publications, please contact an LLS Information Specialist at (800) 955-4572 or [email protected]. You can also download them at www.LLS.org/publications.

DISEASE-SPECIFIC PUBLICATIONS

Acute Myeloid LeukemiaThe AML Guide: Information for Patients and CaregiversUnderstanding LeukemiaAnd more…

SUPPORT PUBLICATIONS

Each New Day Cancer and Your FinancesResources and SupportPatti Robinson Kaufmann First Connection ProgramCo-Pay Assistance ProgramAnd more…

TREATMENT PUBLICATIONS

Blood and Marrow Stem Cell Transplantation Understanding Lab and Imaging Tests Understanding Side Effects of Drug Therapy Understanding Clinical Trials for Blood Cancers And more…

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PUBLICACIONES ESPECÍFICAS DE LA ENFERMEDAD

Leucemia mieloide agudaLa guía sobre la AML: Información para pacientes y cuidadoresLa leucemiaY más…

PUBLICACIONES DE APOYO

Cada Día Nuevo El Cáncer y Sus FinanzasRecursos y apoyoPatti Robinson Kaufmann Programa Primera ConexiónPrograma de asistencia para copagos Y más...

PUBLICACIONES SOBRE EL TRATAMIENTO

Transplante de células madre sanguíneas y de médula ósea Información sobre las pruebas de laboratorio y de imágenes Efectos secundarios de la farmacoterapia Los ensayos clínicos para el cáncer de la sangre Y más …

PUBLICACIONES EN INGLÉS Y ESPAÑOL Para ordenar estos u otros publicaciones gratis, por favor contacte a un especialista en información llamando al (800) 955-4572 o enviando un correo electrónico a [email protected]. También puede descargarlos en www.LLS.org/espanol.

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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS)offers free information and services to patients and caregivers affected by blood cancers.One-on-one support with an Information SpecialistInformation Specialists are master’s level oncology social workers, nurses and health educators. They can answer general questions about diagnosis and treatment options, offer guidance, resources and support and assist with clinical-trial searches. Language services are available.

{{ Phone: 800.955.4572 (M-F, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. EST){{ Email: [email protected]{{ Live Chat: www.lls.org/informationspecialists

resources and supportfor patients

www.lls.org

La Sociedad de Lucha contra la Leucemia y el Linfoma (LLS, por sus siglas en inglés) ofrece información y servicios gratuitos a pacientes y cuidadores afectados por los distintos tipos de cáncer de la sangre.

Apoyo personalizado con un Especialista en Información

Los especialistas en información son trabajadores sociales, enfermeros y educadores en salud titulados a nivel de maestría y especializados en oncología. Pueden responder a preguntas generales sobre el diagnóstico y las opciones de tratamiento, ofrecer orientación, recursos y apoyo y brindar ayuda en la búsqueda de ensayos clínicos. Se ofrecen servicios de interpretación.

{{ Teléfono: 800.955.4572 (de lunes a viernes de 9 a.m. a 9 p.m., hora del Este)

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Disease, Treatment and Support ResourcesLLS provides free support and resources to help you understand your disease and treatment.{{ Disease, treatment and support information:

www.lls.org/diseaseinformation{{ Clinical trials search tool:

www.lls.org/clinicaltrials{{ Online chats and discussion boards:

www.lls.org/getinfo{{ Telephone/Web education programs:

www.lls.org/programs{{ Online videos:

www.lls.org/educationvideos{{ Disease and support publications:

www.lls.org/publications

Financial Assistance and Related ResourcesLLS offers information and programs to help patients understand and pay for their treatment costs. {{ Co-Pay Assistance Program:

www.lls.org/copay{{ Other financial assistance:

www.lls.org/finances

Chapter SupportLLS offers support and services in the United States and Canada through a network of chapters.{{ Resources and support in your community:

www.lls.org/chapterfind{{ Support Groups:

www.lls.org/supportgroups{{ Peer to peer support Patti Robinson Kaufmann

First Connection Program: www.lls.org/firstconnection

{{ Education programs in your community: www.lls.org/chapterprograms Recursos relacionados con la enfermedad,

el tratamiento y el apoyoLLS ofrece apoyo y recursos, sin costo, para ayudarlo a entender su enfermedad y tratamiento.{{ Información sobre la enfermedad, el tratamiento y

el apoyo: www.lls.org/informacion{{Herramienta de búsqueda de ensayos clínicos:

www.lls.org/clinicaltrials (en inglés){{Foros y salas de conversación por Internet:

www.lls.org/getinfo (en inglés){{ Programas educativos por teléfono o por Internet:

www.lls.org/programas{{ Videos por Internet:

www.lls.org/educationvideos (en inglés){{ Publicaciones relacionadas con la enfermedad y

el apoyo: www.lls.org/materiales

Ayuda económica y recursos relacionadosLLS ofrece información y programas para ayudar a los pacientes a entender y pagar los costos del tratamiento. {{ Programa de Asistencia para Copagos:

www.lls.org/copagos{{Otros tipos de ayuda económica:

www.lls.org/asuntoseconomicos

Apoyo a través de las oficinas comunitariasLLS ofrece apoyo y servicios en los Estados Unidos y Canadá a través de su red de oficinas comunitarias.{{Recursos y apoyo en su comunidad:

www.lls.org/contacto{{Grupos de apoyo:

www.lls.org/servicios{{Programa Primera Conexión de Patti Robinson

para facilitar el apoyo de otras personas con cáncer de la sangre: www.lls.org/servicios

{{Programas de educación en su comunidad: www.lls.org/chapterprograms (en inglés)•

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The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS)offers free information and services to patients and caregivers affected by blood cancers.One-on-one support with an Information SpecialistInformation Specialists are master’s level oncology social workers, nurses and health educators. They can answer general questions about diagnosis and treatment options, offer guidance, resources and support and assist with clinical-trial searches. Language services are available.

{{ Phone: 800.955.4572 (M-F, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. EST){{Email: [email protected]{{Live Chat: www.lls.org/informationspecialists

resources and supportfor patients

www.lls.org

La Sociedad de Lucha contra la Leucemia y el Linfoma (LLS, por sus siglas en inglés) ofrece información y servicios gratuitos a pacientes y cuidadores afectados por los distintos tipos de cáncer de la sangre.

Apoyo personalizado con un Especialista en Información

Los especialistas en información son trabajadores sociales, enfermeros y educadores en salud titulados a nivel de maestría y especializados en oncología. Pueden responder a preguntas generales sobre el diagnóstico y las opciones de tratamiento, ofrecer orientación, recursos y apoyo y brindar ayuda en la búsqueda de ensayos clínicos. Se ofrecen servicios de interpretación.

{{ Teléfono: 800.955.4572 (de lunes a viernes de 9 a.m. a 9 p.m., hora del Este)

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Disease, Treatment and Support ResourcesLLS provides free support and resources to help you understand your disease and treatment.{{Disease, treatment and support information:

www.lls.org/diseaseinformation{{Clinical trials search tool:

www.lls.org/clinicaltrials{{Online chats and discussion boards:

www.lls.org/getinfo{{ Telephone/Web education programs:

www.lls.org/programs{{Online videos:

www.lls.org/educationvideos{{Disease and support publications:

www.lls.org/publications

Financial Assistance and Related ResourcesLLS offers information and programs to help patients understand and pay for their treatment costs. {{Co-Pay Assistance Program:

www.lls.org/copay{{Other financial assistance:

www.lls.org/finances

Chapter SupportLLS offers support and services in the United States and Canada through a network of chapters.{{Resources and support in your community:

www.lls.org/chapterfind{{Support Groups:

www.lls.org/supportgroups{{ Peer to peer support Patti Robinson Kaufmann

First Connection Program: www.lls.org/firstconnection

{{ Education programs in your community: www.lls.org/chapterprogramsRecursos relacionados con la enfermedad,

el tratamiento y el apoyoLLS ofrece apoyo y recursos, sin costo, para ayudarlo a entender su enfermedad y tratamiento.{{ Información sobre la enfermedad, el tratamiento y

el apoyo: www.lls.org/informacion{{ Herramienta de búsqueda de ensayos clínicos:

www.lls.org/clinicaltrials (en inglés){{ Foros y salas de conversación por Internet:

www.lls.org/getinfo (en inglés){{ Programas educativos por teléfono o por Internet:

www.lls.org/programas{{ Videos por Internet:

www.lls.org/educationvideos (en inglés){{ Publicaciones relacionadas con la enfermedad y

el apoyo: www.lls.org/materiales

Ayuda económica y recursos relacionadosLLS ofrece información y programas para ayudar a los pacientes a entender y pagar los costos del tratamiento. {{ Programa de Asistencia para Copagos:

www.lls.org/copagos{{ Otros tipos de ayuda económica:

www.lls.org/asuntoseconomicos

Apoyo a través de las oficinas comunitariasLLS ofrece apoyo y servicios en los Estados Unidos y Canadá a través de su red de oficinas comunitarias.{{ Recursos y apoyo en su comunidad:

www.lls.org/contacto{{ Grupos de apoyo:

www.lls.org/servicios{{ Programa Primera Conexión de Patti Robinson

para facilitar el apoyo de otras personas con cáncer de la sangre: www.lls.org/servicios

{{ Programas de educación en su comunidad: www.lls.org/chapterprograms (en inglés) •


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