Lymphoma is a relatively unknown, but potentially deadly cancer.
Over seven thousand people in Canada develop malignant lymphoma each year. People stricken with this disease often feel isolated and insecure, unable to connect with other patients or become educated about the nature of their illness. Currently, there is an extreme need for lymphoma education and research in Canada and a national voice addressing the epidemic of lymphoma. Lymphoma Foundation Canada mandate is to provide education through direct patient contact, printed and electronic media, and public forums. In addition, research funds for lymphoma are scarce and talented researchers are more likely to focus on better-funded diseases, or to leave Canada.