June 5, 2020 Lymphedema Newsletter


Remembering
Clem Rayborn Thrift

Kathryn Thrift, former NLN Board Member & former instructor for Dr. Vodder School, lost her beloved husband, Clem Rayborn Thrift, on April 7, 2020. Behind every great lymphologist is someone who deeply believes and supports.

"Clem truly was a champion in the lymphedema world. He always accompanied his wife to NLN conferences and actively participated in patient clinics. He had philosophical discussions with Drs. Michael & Ethel Földi , Drs. John & Judith Casley Smith, and other champions in the field. An engineer by profession, Clem was not only was intrigued by the lymphatic system but he was also eager to witness advances in lymphology. He wanted to make sure patients were receiving the support and education they deserved. Thank you Clem, for who you were."

Saskia Thiadens
Founder of National Lymphedema Network

June is
Lipedema Awareness Month!

Thank you to our collaborating colleagues at 'lipedema simplified' for their work.

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Lymphology Association of North America Extends Testing Window for LANA Exam

Research Highlight

HRQoL Outcomes Crucial for Selecting Breast Cancer–Related Lymphedema Treatment

Published May 2020 by Oncology Learning Network

Research Highlight

Incidence and Risk Factors for Lower Limb Lymphedema Associated with Endometrial Cancer: Results from a Prospective, Longitudinal Cohort Study

Published Jun 2, 2020 by Science Direct



Popular News
These articles are publications readily accessible to the general public. They have been included in this lymphedema newsletter so that you can stay abreast of information related to lymphedema. Inclusion does not signify endorsement from the National Lymphedema Network. We consider it important for you to be aware of the range of information that may be consumed by our community.



Does Compression Technology Help Performance Recovery?

Published Feb 19, 2020 by Health Tech Zone

Read about the added benefits of wearing compression garments.

1 in 10 Women Have this Condition - Two Lipedema Patients Share Their Stories

Published June 4, 2020 by WRAL.com

Cruel Bullies Branded Beauty Queen ‘Elephant Girl’ after Rare Condition Made Her Leg Triple in Size

Published May 19, 2020 by Metro

Fibralign Announces Strategic Partnership With Terumo


Published June 2, 2020 by Business Wire


Lymphedema Education & Resources
The NLN is pleased to share resources that may benefit the lymphedema community.
Inclusions in this section of the newsletter are not sponsored. These educational opportunities and resources have come to our attention and we simply wanted to pass them along to you.


NLN Webinar

Beyond the Lymphatics: Glymphatic System, Primo-Vascular System and Meningeal Vessels

National Lymphedema Network Webinar
Complimentary for NLN Members 
Passcode was emailed 6/3/20 @ 12:00 pm

Presented by
Bruno Chikly, MD, DO, LMT
Thursday, June 11, 2020 @2:00pm ET

Podcast

The Importance of a Routine during COVID-19

Published Apr 20, 2020 by Lymphedema Podcast



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