All our hard work and preparation over this past year has come to fruition today! This morning the Lymphedema Treatment Act was introduced into the 113th Congress (bill number HR
Happy New Year! Below you’ll find exciting news on the status of the Lymphedema Treatment Act (LTA) and so much more. But first, I’d like to take a moment to
The Lymphedema Advocacy Group is an all-volunteer organization. Each board member has a deep personal connection to this disease and spends countless hours advancing our mission. Our work means a
Three years ago the Washington Post ran a story referring to lymphedema as “cancer’s dirty little secret.” The other non-cancer causes of lymphedema are hidden in even greater obscurity. It’s
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, which presents a variety of opportunities to also raise awareness about lymphedema and support for the Lymphedema Treatment Act. Nearly everyone is already aware
While the support of any member of Congress is important, some are especially important. These are the men and women who serve on one of the committees who will hold
It is taking longer than we had hoped to get our bill reintroduced. However, we are anticipating that this session’s bill will have added clarity and enhance our ability to
While we wait for the reintroduction of the Lymphedema Treatment Act there are a variety of things you can do to support its eventual passage, all outlined under the “How
Spreading awareness about the Act is so important! In this Newsletter we will cover several easy ways you can help. Information Cards: We will gladly provide you, free of charge,
