Blood Cancers

U.S. communities to raise money in September for blood cancer research

Published in Cancer Weekly, August 31st, 2004

September marks the annual observance of Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma Awareness Month, a time to commemorate the estimated 670,000 patients in the U.S. currently battling blood cancers.

As part of the awareness month, communities throughout the U.S. will participate in the Society's Light The Night Walks to raise money for blood cancer research and patient services.

Teams of co-workers, individuals, families and friends walk together in twilight holding illuminated balloons - white for survivors and red for supporters - commemorating lives touched by blood cancer. Participants also have the opportunity to honor loved ones by placing their names on...

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Source: Cancer Weekly (2004-08-31)

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