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A Mission and Purpose
Abstract: The LAF was formed as a direct result of a patient's difficulty in finding an accurate diagnosis, speedy referral to proper treatment and access to community support.
About LAF Community Networks
Abstract: Contact information for the LAF community networks
Awareness Effort and Accomplishments of LAF Community Networks
Abstract: The first local lymphedema awareness event ever in the USA, was coordinated by the founder of the LAF. We want to share our efforts and ideas to arm people to take action to promote awareness where they live...
Celebration of Life Award Gala - Honors LAF President
Abstract: Jan. 15, 2005, at the Rosen Center, Orlando, FL. The Central Florida Community nominated Josephine Carey for the 8th Annual Celebration of Life Award Circle.
Donation Opportunities
Abstract: We rely solely on your financial and volunteer support
eLymphNotes Wine Party at the NLN conference, Celebrating the new website design
Abstract: A gathering of industry leaders/activists, authors and Lymphatic Therapists met at the Trader Dicks Lounge Bar, at the NLN conference hotel.
Historical Events and Accomplishments
Abstract: Awareness Effort and Accomplishments of LAF Community Networks
In memory of Dotty Shiner, March 7, 2005 & Jeff Dorton, April 30, 2004, one year anniversary
Abstract: friends of the Lymphedema Awareness Foundation are sorely missed...
LAF Financials - where your donation funds go
Abstract: 2003 distribution of financial contributions
Online Support Group
Abstract: Tina Budde owner of Lymphland and LE Buddies Online Support Groups, and LymphLand website will be available
Support for Non-LAF Community Networks
Abstract: The LAF want to support all those who are associated with LE education and advocacy. Your support group, events notices, etc can be listed complimentary in the Dorton Directory of Lymphatic Resources and eLymphNotes events calendar.
Therapist Q and A Archive Through Volume 1 Issue 4
Abstract: Welcome to the therapists to therapists section which showcases ideas for treating lymphedema, from therapists and parents. Successful lymphedema treatment tends to vary from patient to patient, so share what works for you. Please note that these ideas ar
Volunteer Opportunities
Abstract: We invite you to donate just five hours a month or more, to help with the LAF edcational and advocacy programs...
Welcome Tina Budde to the eLymphNotes Editorial Team
Abstract: As Forum Coordinator, she will be generating hot discussions like the disability processes, interviewing professionals and more...
What is Lymphedema?
Abstract: an abnormal swelling
of the body part
What We Do
Abstract: Our focus has been providing education and support to patients and their families and in 2003, marked our first physician seminar. Our event plans include the media, political and public involvement. The LAF Patient Fund is schedule for the Fall 2004...
Who is at Risk for Lymphedema?
Abstract: According to the World Health Organization (UN/WHO), each year approximately 250 million people acquire lymphedema, mainly as a result of mosquito-borne microfilaria parasite infection in the tropics.
Who We Are
Abstract: I am very proud and honored to know and work with a team of dedicated volunteers, who's desire is to continually chip away at the mountain of ignorance...
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