Leukemia
Leukemias are cancer of the white blood cells, classified according to what type of cells are involved. Find links here to information and resources.
About.com Leukemia: What is Leukemia?
Information from the About.com Guide to Leukemia about the types of leukemia, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and more.
Information from the About.com Guide to Leukemia about the types of leukemia, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and more.
Toms River Cancer Cluster Settlement
Contaminated water in Toms River, New Jersey, has been associated with the high rate of leukemia in children there. Union Carbide, Ciba Specialty Chemicals, and the water company have reached a financial settlement with affected families. From the About.com Guide to Rare/Orphan Diseases.
Contaminated water in Toms River, New Jersey, has been associated with the high rate of leukemia in children there. Union Carbide, Ciba Specialty Chemicals, and the water company have reached a financial settlement with affected families. From the About.com Guide to Rare/Orphan Diseases.
Childhood Cancer and Agent Orange Linked
Article describes situation involving Agent Orange and rare childhood leukemia, and the U.S. government's response. From the About.com Guide to Rare/Orphan Diseases.
Article describes situation involving Agent Orange and rare childhood leukemia, and the U.S. government's response. From the About.com Guide to Rare/Orphan Diseases.
What Is a Bone Marrow Transplant?
Article explains what bone marrow transplantation is, how it is done, and how you can become a marrow donor.
Article explains what bone marrow transplantation is, how it is done, and how you can become a marrow donor.