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News Releases & Annoucements
Ongoing:
Leukemia & MDS Support Group: Vancouver
This support group is open to people diagnosed with leukemia or myelodysplastic syndrome, as well as their families and friends. Free Program.
Ongoing:
Myeloma Vancouver
A supportive atmosphere for patients with MM and family members and caregivers to share information and experiences. Free program.
Ongoing:
Blood Cancer Monthly Information & Discussion Group
Come and meet others who are affected by blood cancers in order to share, learn and raise awareness. Free program.
October 23, 2010:
Making Myeloma Matter: Patient, Family & Healthcare Professionals Conference
Myeloma Canada, in cooperation with Myeloma Vancouver, is pleased to present the 6th annual Patient, Family & Healthcare Professionals Conference. Registration required.
October 2 & 16, 2010
Light The Night Walk (Victoria & Vancouver)
Each year, in communities all across Canada, families, friends, neighbours and teams from local businesses and national companies come together for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's (LLS's) Light The Night Walk events to bring help and hope to people battling blood cancers... Registration required.
June 5, 2010
Journey of Hope
This special event will shine a spotlight on some of BC's most outstanding and hopeful blood cancer research. Learn from the researchers themselves about where discovery is taking us. Registration required.
May 27 - May 31, 2010
Young Adult Cancer Canada Retreat
This retreat about an hour outside of Vancouver is an opportunity to get together with others who "get it". Free. Application required.
April 23, 2010
BCCA Lymphoid Cancer Education Forum
A full day education event with a focus on the latest in research and care for people with Hodgkin Lymphoma, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Multiple Myeloma or Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia. Registration required; $15/person.
March 27, 2010
Understanding Your Blood
This introductory level talk will help people understand the blood system, feel comfortable asking questions and learn where and how to find additional information specific to their own situation. more...
October 27, 2009:
For L/BMT Patients - Important Seasonal Flu and H1N1 Information
General guidelines for patients on dealing with the flu - Seasonal and H1N1 - this year. more...
October 19, 2009:
For Healthcare Professionals - H1N1 Recommendations for LBMT Patients
Recommendations for dealing with Influenza (seasonal and H1N1) for this year. more...
May 1 - July 31, 2009:
Take the Survey: Tell Us How Are We Doing
Take part in our questionnaire and tell us about your experience with our L/BMT services. more...
February 28, 2009:
Blood Cancer in BC: Progress and Promise
An opportunity to hear a medical overview of blood cancer information, treatments and latest research with a special focus on the cancer care system and research initiatives within British Columbia. Free Program. Registration Required.
Update on An Evening with Diana Krall & Friends:
Star-studded night raises more than $2 million
Stellar performances by Diana Krall, James Taylor, Elton John, and Elvis Costello dazzled and delighted 550 guests at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver as part of the evening's invitation-only, black tie charity benefit, raising more than $2 million in funds to help patients with multiple myeloma, leukemia and other blood-related cancers at VGH. more...
February 11, 2009:
Coping with Fatigue
Fatigue is an issue facing many people affected by blood cancers. Please join Occupational Therapist,
Carol Critchley, as she discusses the issue of fatigue and practical suggestions for living life as fully as
possible. Free program.
December 17, 2008:
An Evening with Diana Krall & Friends
Diana Krall is returning to the fundraising spotlight with a team of legendary performers for a cause that is close to her heart: helping patients with multiple myeloma, leukemia and other blood cancers. more...
November 22, 2008:
BCCA Community Cancer Forum
Come learn how to better navigate the journey through care, treatment and recovery. Saturday, November 22, 2008, 9:30am to 3:30pm. Free event.
November 1, 2008:
Myeloma Education Event
Living with Myeloma: Active and Informed. Come learn and connect with healthcare and patient experts! Saturday November 1, 2008, 1pm to 4pm. Free event.
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