Welcome to the National Lymphedema Network!
The National Lymphedema Network’s mission is to empower our community of lymphedema practitioners and patients by providing educational opportunities, networking opportunities, and interventional resources. We aim to inspire clinicians to provide world-class care for people with lymphedema by promoting best practice guidelines and standards of care.
NLN Highlight on COVID-19 Vaccination Injection Site
Thigh Is an Alternative
It is encouraging that more and more people are getting vaccinated and becoming protected against COVID-19. We have received many inquiries regarding the injection site. We would like to point out that according to the CDC, the thigh is an alternative injection site. You can find this in small print on the right lower corner of page one of the guidelines for both Moderna and Pfizer. This is applicable for people who have lymphedema and/or lymphedema risk in both arms.
March is Lymphedema Awareness Month
The National Lymphedema Network (NLN) is so proud to be the organization that initiated this global movement of increasing awareness of lymphedema. Our founder, Saskia R.J. Thiadens, advocated to make March 6 Lymphedema Day in honor of the day the NLN became incorporated as a nonprofit. Now it has grown to be known as World Lymphedema Day. To celebrate and work towards our mission of increasing of awareness, we have planned an entire month of educational sessions intended for the patient community. We want to let you know that we are here to work for you and to empower you with knowledge.
Lymphedema Therapy Directory
Connect with therapists and physicians who treat lymphedema, find local lymphedema treatment centers, look up lymphedema training programs, and learn more about lymphedema products from suppliers.
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Featured Jobs
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Washington Hospital Healthcare System in Fremont, California is looking for an exceptional lymphedema therapist to join their team. Click below to learn more about this opportunity and apply.