The following is provided for informational purposes only.
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society has a Patient Reimbursement Program providing up to $500/year (July-June) reimbursement for certain travel and medications for multiple myeloma patients. Application forms are available at meetings. Contact LLS, Georgia Chapter Patient Services Manager, Rosalinda Ramirez, 404-720-7807. LLS also publishes an email newsletter "MyelomaLinks". Visit their web site to sign up for the newsletter.
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society has a Co-Pay Assistance Program (click here for details). The phone number for more information is 1-877-557-2672.
St. Joseph's, Atlanta, Cancer Survivors Network Events - Lunch and Learn Series held on the 4th Friday of each month. Free Program and lunch provided. See the flyer available at our meetings for programs offered. St. Joseph's Cancer Survivors Network Information
CancerCare - For the latest in cancer treatment and information, plus free teleconferences. Subscribe for free to their newsletter.
Clinical Trial Notification Service - Sign up via CenterWatch and they will notify you according to the parameters you enter, such as disease and geographic area.
CURE magazine is available free - call 800-210-CURE [2873] or order online.
The International Myeloma Foundation provides valuable resources for patients, and family members through their publications from understanding the basics to a comprehensive caregiver's manual. The IMF also publishes the periodicals Myeloma Today and Myeloma Minute which are available in PDF or subscriptions. (Although free, subscriptions must be updated yearly).
The Wellness Community offers many activities in the Atlanta area. Call 404-843-1880 or go to the web site and sign up to be added to their emailing list.
Myeloma Focus published quarterly by The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation. Free. Call 203-972-1250.
National Cancer Institute (NCI) offers publications on chemotherapy, diet, radiation therapy and more.
Myeloma Institute for Research and Therapy, Arkansas Cancer Research Center at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences:
The Neuropathy Association publishes Neuropathy News. Call 1-800-247-6968. May be of interest to those using thalidomide or Velcade.
Patient Advocate Foundation - "Insuring equal access to healthcare for all Americans". Assistance with any health/insurance-related issues (brochure available at our meetings). Patient Advocate Foundation Web Site or call 1-800-532-5274
