The word leukemia literally means "white blood." Leukemia is more often the term used to describe a variety of cancers that begin in the blood-forming tissues of bone marrow.

In leukemia patients, the bone marrow creates an overabundance of diseased white cells that no longer perform their normal function of fighting infection. As leukemic cells fill the marrow, healthy production of red blood cells, platelets, and white blood cells begins to decrease.

Low red cell counts cause fatigue and pale skin. Low platelet counts can result in bleeding and bruising. When mature white cells are crowded out, there is little or no defense against infection.

Since leukemia patients are extremely susceptible to germs and infection. It is essential to keep the living environment as germ-free and clean as possible.

Joe Novinski (father or our company President, Dan Novinski) is one of the many Americans who was diagnosed with Leukemia in 2002. Joe knows first hand the procedures necessary to help create a germ-free environment. Joe

personally invites you to speak with him by calling toll-free:  (800) 550-2978

In addition, numerous drug companies have created programs that provide free medications and chemotherapy to eligible patients. Requirements vary, but most programs are available to individuals not covered by medical insurance programs.

Your physician can obtain a free copy of these programs (available under the Directory of Pharmaceutical Indigent Programs) by submitting a request on company letterhead to:

Directory of Pharmaceutical Patient Assistance Programs.

www.phrma.org/patients

Toll free hotline: (800) PMA-INFO

Additional resources are also available to the general public through:

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

www.leukemia-lymphoma.org

Toll free: (800) 955-4572