The Bloodline with LLS

Join us for a powerful message of hope and perseverance after a cancer diagnosis. In this episode, Rashad Hayes shares his experience of being diagnosed with follicular lymphoma at 22 years old and how it motivated him to reevaluate his mindset and push forward. Now a social worker and motivational speaker, Rashad introduces his C.A.K.E. methodology, a unique approach to embracing life’s challenges.

Don’t miss out on this uplifting episode of resilience and adaptation in the face of cancer.

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Navigating the maze of cancer care can be overwhelming.

Join us as Sara Grisales Jaramillo, LMSW, of CancerCare® discusses the challenges patients face in accessing affordable treatment and strategies to improve cancer outcomes.

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Support for this episode is provided by Genentech, a member of the Roche Group.

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Please join us for this special episode live from CancerCon®, a young adult cancer conference presented by Stupid Cancer®.

A diagnosis of cancer can present many challenges when it comes to relationships with others and the relationship you have with yourself. In this episode, we speak with experts about rediscovering yourself after cancer, exploring mental health treatment, and cancer “ghosting”.

Be sure to tune into our prior LIVE! At CancerCon episode, where we interviewed young adult patients and survivors to hear their thoughts on transitioning from their oncologist to a primary care provider.

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There are new Medicare changes starting in January 2025 that will benefit cancer patients.   LLS Vice President of Federal Affairs, Brian Connell, joins us again on The Bloodline to inform us about these new changes and how they will impact Medicare patients.      

In this episode, you will learn about the key changes for Part D, the prescription drug plan for Medicare, as well as the drug plan for Medicare Advantage. One of these new changes requires action on the part of the Medicare enrollee, so be sure to tune in to learn more about how you can benefit.  

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Please join us for this special episode live from CancerCon®, a young adult cancer conference presented by Stupid Cancer®.

Following a cancer diagnosis and treatment, oncologists often become the default primary care for patients. Transitioning away from the oncologist to a primary care provider for general healthcare may be challenging at times for patients but may have tremendous benefits. In this episode, we ask young adults with cancer about their experiences transitioning to primary care during or after treatment.

Be sure to stay tuned for the next episode from CancerCon, where we will be hearing from experts who presented on cancer “ghosting”, rediscovering yourself after cancer and mental health.

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Living with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) can be a challenging journey for both patients and caregivers.  

However, there is a beacon of hope. Tune in to our latest episode, where we speak to Dr. Mayur Narkhede of the University of Alabama about groundbreaking research and innovative treatments for CLL. Discover the potential of CAR T-cell therapy, bispecific antibodies and other cutting-edge options that bring the promise of new hope and possibilities for those affected by CLL. Don’t miss this inspiring and informative discussion! 

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Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia (CMML) has been a challenging disease to tackle, historically treated with therapies meant for other conditions. But there’s a new wave of hope!

Join us as Dr. Eric Padron of Moffitt Cancer Center and Dr. Lee Greenberger of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society unveil the groundbreaking new CMML Initiative, fueled by recent funding aimed at revolutionizing treatment. Discover how this initiative is paving the way for individualized therapies that promise to enhance the quality of life for CMML patients and bring us closer to a cure.

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The treatment landscape for non-Hodgkin lymphoma has significantly evolved over the past few decades. With groundbreaking advancements in CAR T-cell therapy and bispecific antibodies, researchers are making strides toward curative treatments and enhancing patients’ quality of life.

In this episode, we speak with Dr. David Bond from The Ohio State University about the latest developments in treating both aggressive and slow-growing non-Hodgkin lymphomas. He discusses innovative, newly approved therapies for patients, as well as how improvements in supportive care better manage the physical and emotional side effects of treatment.

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Exercise, or simply moving the body, can be an important part of cancer recovery, both physically and emotionally. In this episode, Dr. Shernan Holtan of Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and blood cancer survivors, Paul Rothweiler and Joe Grey, share about a clinical trial they developed to introduce a personalized strength training program to patients and caregivers.

Dr. Holtan highlights the benefits of strength training for all patients, while Paul and Joe share how exercise has aided their physical and emotional recovery during and after their treatments. For patients and survivors who may be fearful or nervous about starting an exercise program, this episode is for you!

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For patients with chronic blood cancers, such as Waldenström Macroglobulinemia (WM), quality of life is a main priority. Physical and emotional side effects of the disease or treatment may present several challenges for patients and caregivers.  

In this episode, we were onsite at the International Waldenström‘s Macroglobulinemia Foundation’s 2024 IWMF Educational Forum in Renton, WA.  Elissa met with experts who discussed how integrative oncology, wellness, mental health, and peripheral neuropathy affects WM patients and their caregivers.

While this episode focuses on WM, the topics discussed are relevant to all types of cancer. We encourage you to listen and learn! 

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