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March 04, 2024

Impact Stories Highlight: Vivian’s Story 

Vivian was diagnosed with diffuse large B cell Lymphoma after a routine mammogram screening in August 2022.  “It was August 24, 2022 4:00pm the moment that changed everything… I thought …

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December 11, 2023

Calvin’s Story

A Veteran’s JOURNEY WITH CLRA The holidays are an opportune moment to reflect on what we are grateful for. This season of giving, CLRA beneficiary and Chronic Myeloid Leukemia patient, …

November 06, 2023

Patient Aid Funding at CLRA

Every three minutes in the United States, someone is diagnosed with blood cancer. This startling statistic underscores the urgent need for awareness and support in the battle against these life-threatening …

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July 18, 2023

Long-Coding RNAs in Blood Cancer, Leukemia, and Myeloma Research

Leukemia research stands at the forefront of the battle against cancer, holding immense potential to transform lives and shape the future of medical science. Dr. David Riesman, a renowned virologist …

April 27, 2023

Interview with Grant Recipient Studying Pediatric Stem Cells 

Children’s Leukemia Research Association Executive Director Angela Russo had the opportunity to interview Dr. Johannes Zakrzewski of the Hackensack University Medical Centerand Executive Director William Evans of the Hackensack Meridian …

Cancer Journey

April 11, 2023

Patient Experience: Theresa’s Journey with AML

The following is Theresa’s story as told to CLRA Director of Operations Tara Coleman.  “I was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia in 2019 on Memorial Day Weekend. It was so strange. …

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February 06, 2023

Children’s Leukemia Research Association Featured on The Nonprofit Voice

Many thanks to The Nonprofit Voice by 100 Women Who Care About Long Island for the opportunity to share the impact of the work being done by Children’s Leukemia Research …

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February 02, 2023

Interview with Daniel Herranz, Pharm. D. Ph.D. about Blood Cancer Research

Our Executive Director Angela Russo had the opportunity to talk to Daniel Herranz, Pharm. D. Ph.D. of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey about his latest research findings related …

Mia A and Family

December 14, 2022

Patient Experience: Mia’s Story

The following is Mia’s story, as told to us by her mother Elizabeth.  “I am sorry. Your child has cancer,” is what the doctor told us in May 2021 when …

November 11, 2022

CLRA is pleased to announce our new partnership with Dollar For.

If you have medical debt from a hospital, Dollar For may be able to help.  Dollar For does not pay medical bills, but they do help patients access and apply …

August 18, 2022

Boost Nassau Main Street Recovery Grant Recipient 2022

We are pleased to announce the Children’s Leukemia Research Association, Inc. has been selected to receive a $10,000 grant award through the Boost Nassau Main Street Recovery Grant Program. The …