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Leukaemia

Types of Leukaemia

• Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) - the most common form of childhood leukaemia
• Acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) - the less common form of childhood leukaemia
• Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia and Juvenile Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia (sometimes called chronic myelomonocytic leukaemia) are very rare subtypes of childhood leukaemia whose cause is unknown. They require specific treatment, which will usually include stem cell transplantation if a suitable donor is identified.

Useful Links

"Kidz with Leukemia: A Space Adventure" (US)
http://www.kidzwithleukemia.com 

This is an entertaining and informative resource for both children and parents who are entering into the sometimes strange and daunting world of Leukemia. This affordable CD-ROM is a fun way to learn about leukemia, its treatment, and side effects. The CD-ROM has been reviewed by experts in paediatric oncology, parents and children.

Leukaemia Foundation of Australia
http://www.leukaemia.com

The Leukaemia Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation that aims to provide information and support to patients and their families living with leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma and related blood diseases. This website includes their publications on the different diseases and treatments in a number of languages. It also has information on the support services the organisation provides in Victoria, including practical assistance with accommodation and transport.

Talk Blood Cancer - The online support and information forum (Australia)
www.talkbloodcancer.com

(Leukaemia Foundation’s online support and information forum)
A moderated virtual support group for patients, families, and carers living with leukaemia, lymphomas, myeloma and other related blood disorders—allows participation in discussion forums with others going through similar situations related to blood cancers and their treatment.

The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (US)
www.leukemia-lymphoma.org

The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society is a voluntary health organisation dedicated to funding blood cancer research, as well as providing education and support services in the U.S for leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma patients’ and their families. The website is very comprehensive, and includes their publications on the different diseases and treatments. It also has answers to frequently asked questions, recent publications, clinical trials and research findings.