Leukemia and Lymphoma Society

By Ann Harper

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I recently had the pleasure of talking to Louis J. DeGennaro, Past President & CEO, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). He shared a lot of helpful information regarding LLS.

Seeking a cure for blood cancer

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is non-profit organization whose mission is to work toward a cure for leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and to improve the quality of life of blood cancer patients and their families. LLS funds blood cancer research, provides free information and support services, and advocates for those living with blood cancer.

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Links for more information

Below are the links and phone numbers for the information Dr. DeGennaro shared.

LLS Information Resource Center: (800) 955-4572, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET
Chat live online, Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET
Email: All email messages will be answered as soon as possible.
Telephone: (800) 955-4572 to use the automated response system 24 hours a day, seven days a week. An Information Specialist will return your call as soon as possible. You can also listen to recorded information about LLS and our programs.
More info on LLs's Founder’s Story
Policy / Advocacy - general info on LLS Advocacy
Sign up to be an advocate.

<3m>Note: Dr. DeGennaro has retired since we interviewed him.

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Ramae Hamrin Moderator & Contributor
Wow, 1949? I had no idea! What an amazing organization! They have helped me SO, SO much, and I honestly don't know where I would be without them. And I had no idea how much they helped with research for new and groundbreaking treatments. Dr. DeGennaro seems like his heart is really in this organization and in finding a cure for blood cancers. How refreshing that they are looking at safer therapies for children with blood cancer (and hopefully adults too!) I also didn't realize that LLS was also lobbying for lower drug prices. In the past, I have testified about the high price of Revlimid with another organization and would encourage any blood cancer patient who feels passionate about it to get involved. Patient voices DO matter! Thanks, <inline-mention username="Ann Harper" user-id="3637920"/>, for sharing this interview. It is really good stuff!! --Ramae, team member
1. Ann Harper Moderator & Contributor
 <inline-mention username="Ramae Hamrin" user-id="3651272"/> I'm so glad you enjoyed it and learned a bit from it. I'm hoping some people will get involved as well. I don't have blood cancer or I would. Ann (Blood-Cancer.com Team member)
Angie Netterville Moderator & Contributor
This was a fabulous interview and helpful for SO many. Thanks, Ann, for your fabulous work! Angie -team member
1. Ann Harper Moderator & Contributor
 Thank you! What part stood out the most for you? Ann (Blood-Cancer.com Team member)
Leya Elijah-Lyle Moderator & Contributor
<inline-mention username="Ann Harper" user-id="3637920"/> This was such an incredible interview! Thank you so much for this! When I was first diagnosed, I knew nothing about leukemia at all, certainly not CLL. LLS has been such a tremendous resource for me over the years. 
1. Ann Harper Moderator & Contributor
 This organization also helped my daughter and at one point Crystal got to give back by being part of a fundraiser. What in particular have you found to be the most helpful? Ann (Blood-Cancer.com Team member)