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eNewsletter March 2024

Member eNewsletter – March 2024

 

Happy World Lymphoedema Day!

How will you be celebrating?
Perhaps you might want to visit a landmark and take photos to share on social media, educate your friends, family and colleagues about lymphoedema, wear a blue ribbon and make a donation!

Find some resources HERE. Together, we can Shine a Light on Lymphoedema! Find all the Shine a Light Landmarks that will be lit up for Shine a Light on Lymphoedema.

Please share any images you have on your social media accounts and use:
#ShineALightOnLymphoedema  #ShineALight  #Lymphoedema  #WLD

CLICK HERE FOR ALL THE SHINE A LIGHT LANDMARKS

Support Phone Line

We know information and support for lymphoedema is hard to find. We are raising money for a dedicated support phone line for people living with lymphoedema. This support line will give people access to seek the latest information, link to support and most importantly, know they are not alone. Please help us reach our goal.

Help us make a difference, please visit HERE.

 

Launch of the GP Guide to Lymphoedema

The Lymphoedema Association Australia (LAA) is proud to announce the launch of the 2024 edition of Lymphoedema: A guide for diagnosis and management in general practice.

This 4 page document is designed to be emailed, downloaded and printed and is ideal for people with lymphoedema to share with their own GP. Please visit HERE to download a copy.

 

Adelaide Public Day

 

The Lymphoedema Association Australia will be holding a Public Information Day alongside the Australasian Lymphology Association Scientific Conference.  The ALA are celebrating their 30th anniversary.

Come and listen to the conferences Keynote Speakers including Professor Christine Moffatt CBE, Cheryl Brunelle, Dr Kira Bloomquist, Professor Brandon Dixon and A/Professor Louise Koelmeyer.

This will be a hybrid event and thus available Australia wide. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to hear from these International Speakers.  Register today via the link below.

 

 

New Lymphoedema Infographic

The Lymphoedema Association Australia has developed this infographic to help raise awareness about lymphoedema.

Share it on your social media pages and blogs. Together, we can “Shine A Light On Lymphoedema".

Download a copy HERE.

 

Shine a Light on Lymphoedema Video

 

Check out our 'SHINE A LIGHT ON LYMPHOEDEMA' VIDEO to find out more about the campaign.


Don't forget to share with your friends, family and colleagues.

 

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Disclaimer: This e-newsletter is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult with your healthcare professional for personalised advice and treatment options related to lymphoedema or any other medical condition. The LAA is a non-profit organisation that relies on the support of donations, sponsorships and grants. We may occasionally feature sponsored content or include promotional messages in our communications, but we remain committed to providing impartial and reliable information to our members and stakeholders.

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