Blood cancers such as leukemia, Hodgkin lymphoma, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, myeloma and myelodysplastic syndromes are cancers that originate in the bone marrow or lymphatic tissues. They are considered to be related cancers because they involve the uncontrolled growth of cells with similar functions and origins. The diseases result from an acquired genetic injury to the DNA of a single cell, which becomes abnormal (malignant) and multiplies continuously. The accumulation of malignant cells interferes with the body’s production of healthy blood cells. (From the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Website)

The Alabama Chapter of Leukemia and Lymphoma Society knows potential in fighting these diseases and educating people on them.

They offer financial aid to patients with blood cancers.  There mission is to cure Luekemia, Lymphoma, and Myeloma and improve the quality of life of individuals who are diagnosed with these diseases.

The are located at: 100 Chase Park South, Suite 200, Birmingham, Al. 35244.

Phone number is: (205) 989-0098

Check out their website at www.lls.org/AL for more information.