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It's time to join the fight against blood cancer on Blood Cancer Awareness Month in September! This month is an important opportunity to spread awareness and raise money for research, diagnosis and treatment of all types of blood cancers. Blood cancer can be a very serious illness, so it's essential that we work together to support those affected by this disease and their families. In addition to raising awareness, you can also get involved by donating or volunteering at local events. By coming together, we can make a big difference in the fight against blood cancer.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1943</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Discovery of Leukemia</div><div class='timeline-text'>In 1943, the first subtype of leukemia, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), was identified and classified by hematologists.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1948</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Birth of Chemotherapy</div><div class='timeline-text'>Chemotherapy was introduced in 1948, making it possible for the first time to treat blood cancers through drug therapy.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Cancer Cure</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1960s, the chemotherapy drug combination known as "VAMP" achieved the first cancer cure, marking a breakthrough in treating Hodgkin's disease.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1973</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Founded</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) was founded in 1973, dedicated to funding and conducting research, patient access, and advocacy around blood cancers.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1983</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Bone Marrow Transplant</div><div class='timeline-text'>In 1983, the first successful allogeneic bone marrow transplant was performed, helping many patients with blood cancers to live longer or be cured.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Blood Cancer Awareness Month Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>September was officially designated as Blood Cancer Awareness Month in 2010, created to spread awareness, raise funds, and offer support for those affected by blood cancers.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a blood drive</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organizing a blood drive is an effective way to raise awareness and provide a valuable service. Contact your local blood bank and ask how you can get involved.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a cancer awareness walk</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check out local cancer awareness walks and participate in them to show your support. Many of these events are free, but donations are always welcome.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer with a cancer charity</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Volunteering with a cancer charity is an excellent way to make a difference during Blood Cancer Awareness Month. Check out your local charities and see how you can help.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate yourself on the topic</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Learn more about blood cancer by attending lectures, reading books, or listening to podcasts. The more you know, the better equipped you will be to talk about it.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate to a blood cancer charity</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make a donation to a blood cancer charity of your choice. Every little bit helps and will go towards helping those fighting this disease.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Raises awareness about blood cancer</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Blood Cancer Awareness Month serves to bring attention and raise awareness of different forms of blood cancer, such as leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma. By spreading the word about these cancers, people can become more aware of the signs and symptoms associated with them, and thus be better equipped to seek treatment if needed.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Provides support for those affected</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By recognizing Blood Cancer Awareness Month, we are able to come together to help provide support and resources to patients who are fighting blood cancers. Organizations like the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and Be The Match exist to offer assistance to those who need it most.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Supports research into improving treatments</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The awareness generated by Blood Cancer Awareness Month helps fund important initiatives in research and development that result in improved treatments or potential cures for these devastating diseases. We owe a debt of gratitude to those tireless researchers working day and night to improve upon existing treatments so that more lives can be saved.</p></div></div>
Blood Cancer Awareness Month is celebrated on September 1 every year. In 2024, it will fall on a Sunday.
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