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Leukemias are cancers of the blood or bone marrow. Lymphomas are cancers of the lymphocytes, a type of white blood cells that are part of the lymphatic system. Multiple myeloma is a blood cancer that affect plasma cells. Learn more about leukemias, lymphomas, and multiple myeloma.

The Duke Cancer Institute combines state-of-the-art, compassionate medical care with innovative science to improve outcomes for patients battling leukemias, lymphomas, myelomas, myelodysplasias, myeloproliferative disorders, aplasia, and other neoplastic diseases of the marrow or blood system.

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The Duke Cancer Institute offers specialized programs to help our patients manage their treatments, access support services, and live a high quality of life:

  • The Duke Hematologic Malignancies Program takes a holistic approach to address the medical, emotional, and practical needs of our patients.
  • The Duke Center for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) helps patients with CLL manage their disease.
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Updated: Aug. 22, 2011
Published: Sept. 11, 2006
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