The Lymphedema Therapist Online Directory is Now Live!
We are proud to announce the launch of a key piece of our navigation initiative: an online Lymphedema Therapist Directory for our 4-state region including Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington.
News Updates
Learning and Sharing in Lymphedema Communities: From Boston to Seattle
Being involved in the Northwest Lymphedema Center (NWLC) and its community first as a patient, then as a volunteer, and now a board member, has provided the opportunity to keep […]
Raising Awareness for Lymphedema
Even though medical journal articles on lymphedema are proliferating, much remains unknown about the disease. And public awareness about the condition remains lamentably low. So it’s important that people speak out about lymphedema, in discussions with friends and co-workers, and in the media, with the goal of raising awareness and making a convincing case to policymakers and legislators for more research and better treatment.
World Lymphedema Day 2021
World Lymphedema Day celebrated its 6th year on March 6, 2021. This year’s celebration included daily educational sessions from the NLN which are now availble to watch online.
2020 Year-end Message
In 2020, we seized the moment to pivot to Zoom and in doing so, have been able to not only sustain our programs, but increase participation and reach a wider geography.
The Joys and Distresses of Gardening (and the lessons I have learned)
I love gardening and can get lost in that activity for hours, especially during springtime. Weeding, planting, and trimming give me an opportunity to experience the many wonderful sights and […]
Juzo Power Lymphatics
In early spring of 2020, Juzo held their 10th anniversary Power Symposium in Las Vegas. Juzo is a family owned manufacturer of compression garments, headquartered in Ohio. http://www.juzousa.com/ The four-day […]
Lymphedema and COVID-19
These are anxious times and you may want to know if lymphedema poses any additional health risks in relation to COVID-19. Below is a website link from LSN (Lymphoedema Support […]
NWLC Website Will Be Receiving a Facelift!
The Northwest Lymphedema Center’s website will be undergoing some changes. Discussion and design are in process. The end result will be a website that is easier to navigate and is […]
March 6 is World Lymphedema Day
March 6 was officially recognized by the U.S. Senate in 2016 as World Lymphedema Day. Since then countries around the world are stepping up to the plate to bring awareness […]