Acute Myeloid Leukemia - The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

A Message From John WalterPresident and CEO of The Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyThe Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is committed to bringingyou the most up-to-date blood cancer information. We know howimportant it is for you to have an accurate understanding of yourdiagnosis, treatment and support options. With this knowledge, youcan work with members of your oncology team to move forwardwith the hope of remission and recovery. Our vision is that one daythe great majority of people who have been diagnosed with AcuteMyeloid Leukemia (AML) will be cured or will be able to managetheir disease with a good quality of life. We hope that the informationin this booklet will help you along your journey.LLS is the world’s largest voluntary health organization dedicated tofunding blood cancer research, education and patient services. Sincethe first funding in 1954, LLS has invested more than $814 millionin research specifically targeting blood cancers. We will continue toinvest in research for cures and in programs and services that improvethe quality of life of people who have AML and their families.We wish you well.John WalterPresident and CEO