January 2026 eCommunication | | |
World Lymphedema Day
Coming Soon March 6
| | How are you planning to celebrate World Lymphedema Day? Lymphedema organizations across Canada and beyond are planning events. Explore our event calendar for more details and stay tuned for more information on the CLF's WLD activities coming soon in our February eNews. | | Watch to learn more about WLD | | |
New Course Dates:
Lymphedema and Chronic Edema Management
February 16 - March 27, 2026
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This online microcredential course on the University of Alberta's eLearning platform is offered as an introduction for healthcare clinicians who may see individuals experiencing lymphedema or chronic edema. The course provides learners with a comprehensive medical overview of the complex aspects of lymphedema and chronic edema and current clinical management approaches for these conditions.
Co-developed in collaboration with the CLF, participants are given a flexible, self-paced learning schedule with 6-weeks to complete its 4 modules. Learners will receive a 35 education hours certificate on completion.
| Guest Lectures: Participants will have the opportunity to learn from well-known experts including Dr. Stanley Rockson, Dr. Margie McNeely, Dr. Melissa Aldrich, Dr. David Keast, Dr. Anna Towers, Dr. Catherine McCuaig, Dr. Vaughan Keeley, Dr. Siba Haykal, Dr. Elizabeth Dylke, Ms. Heather Watt, and Ms. Mona Al Onazi. | | Course Highlights Include: | |
- 35 education hours
- Learn with leading experts
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- Self-paced over 6 weeks
- 4 Modules
| | The CLF believes in strengthening connections across the lymphatic care community. In addition to CLF news, we are pleased to share important stories and noteworthy news, research breakthroughs, academic opportunities, and events shaping the lymphatic care landscape. Our emphasis is on Canadian initiatives, but we also feature items with international impact and relevance for our community. | | |
Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Beyond Treatment - Advancing Cancer Survivorship Team Grants
Registration Deadline: February 24, 2026
Application Deadline: May 20, 2026
Anticipated Notice of Decision: October 29, 2026
Learn More: Read the Funding Details
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Lipedema: Understanding the Whole Picture
National Lymphedema Network
Volunteers are needed for an online survey to fully understand the impact of lipedema on overall quality of life, sexual health and continence, and physical dysfunction.
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Understanding the perspectives of healthcare professionals
in lipedema: A cross-sectional survey
Macquarie University
This study aims to explore the perspectives of healthcare professionals to inform the development of evidence-based resources and clinical strategies that enhance the diagnosis, assessment, and management of lipedema.
Learn More: https://mquni.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6QZcsGfIA7Yk4xU?Q_CHL=qr
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National Lymphedema Network 2026 Summit
Abstract Submission Guidelines Announcement
Deadline: February 27, 2026 | 11:59PM EST
When: November 6-8, 2026
Where: Mesa, Arizona, United States
Learn More: https://lymphnet.org/page/call-for-abstracts
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