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The LTFU LifeLinks newsletter is sent quarterly to people who have undergone treatment through Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center's transplant program.
As you may know, we work with investigators each year to add specific one-year research studies to the annual Patient Recovery Questionnaire. We have just begun an exciting study of the genetic factors influencing the risk of depression and fatigue after a transplant.
This edition of the LTFU LifeLinks newsletter explains this new study. We hope you will find this information helpful, and we encourage all of our former patients to consider participating in this important research.
Best regards,
Paul Martin, M.D.
Director, Long-Term Follow-Up
Featured Readings
Fatigue and depression are two of the most widely reported problems following transplant. Hutchinson Center researchers are seeking to find out why. Read more » Former Patient Profile
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After receiving stem cell treatment for primary progressive multiple sclerosis, James Ellison fought for the rights of patients and is widely credited for playing a pivotal role in the passage of the Patients' Bill of Rights in Washington state. Read more » |
Educational Events
This group provides peer support for patients, facilitated by LTFU nurses. All transplant and returning follow-up patients are welcome to attend and share their experiences. Caregivers welcome. Participation can be in person or by conference call. Bring your lunch if pressed for time.
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When
Every Thursday
11:30-12:30 p.m.
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Where
Seattle Cancer Care Alliance
825 Eastlake Ave. E.
Sixth Floor, Room 23
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To participate in the discussion via conference call,
1. dial 1-641-715-3300.
2. At the prompt to enter a PIN number, enter 882679 followed by the # symbol.
You will be charged a long-distance fee. If you need financial help, we can provide you with a phone card.
Questions? Contact Long-Term Follow-Up at (206) 667-4415.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Staff Profile
LTFU Nurse
Elaine Hagan
Questions
If you have any medical or long-term follow-up questions, call:
(206) 667-4415
If you have comments or questions about the newsletter or would like to be added to or deleted from our mailing list, contact Kevin Bray at:
(206) 667-6256
or by e-mail at:
ltfunews@fhcrc.org
You are also welcome to subscribe to receive an electronic version of the newsletter via e-mail by
visiting:
http://www.fhcrc.org/about/pubs
/enews/ltfu-enews/index.html
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home of three Nobel laureates, is an independent, nonprofit research institution dedicated to the development and advancement of biomedical technology to eliminate cancer and other potentially fatal diseases.
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