February 21, 2020

Lymphedema News

Lymphedema Newsletter
February 21, 2020



Remembering
Melanie Rose Chaite

Melanie Rose Chaite, who inspired the founding of Lymphatic Research & Education Network, was 26 years old when she died Wednesday, February 12, 2020. The National Lymphedema Network sends our love to Melanie's family and friends and to the entire LE&RN community.
NLN's Brain Chain
Join us at 1:00pm ET on Wednesday, February 26, 2020 for a virtual support group focusing on the topic of
"Fluid Running" presented by Jennifer Conroyd - 30 minutes of lecture followed by 30 minutes of Q&A and discussion. This month's topic was changed from skin care. This program is open to the community via Zoom Meeting.
Winter Registration is Open!
Scientists Develop New Tool Using Machine Learning to Diagnose Lymphedema
Originally published
by New Medical Life Sciences on Feb 17, 2020

No More Pain and Swelling: Preventing
Lymphedema
Originally published
by 16 News Now - WNDU on Feb 13, 2020

NCCN Guidelines® for Breast Cancer Updated for Lymphedema
Originally published
by Cision PR Newswire on Feb 13, 2020

When a Majority is Not Enough to Get a Bill Passed
Originally published
by Roll Call on Feb 19, 2020

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