Although Congress is in recess this week, there are still important ways in which you can advocate for passage of the Lymphedema Treatment Act!
There are many lymphedema patients who are frustrated by the lack of insurance coverage for their compression supplies but don’t yet know about the LTA! If you use social media, please help us spread the word. We are on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
A number of lawmakers will be holding Tele-Town Halls this week, which constituents can join online or through conference call. To see if any of your members of Congress are conducting a Tele-Town Hall check their websites and social media accounts. Many of these events will also be posted at the Town Hall Project.
If you or someone you know with lymphedema has contracted COVID-19, please complete our new survey: What is having COVID-19 like for Lymphedema Patients?
This survey seeks to better understand the type and severity of symptoms experienced by lymphedema patients who have contracted COVID-19, or believe they have, even if no test was available to confirm. The information collected will be kept confidential.
We hope that you and your loved ones are all staying safe and healthy during this challenging time!
Heather Ferguson
Founder & Executive Director
Lymphedema Advocacy Group
LymphedemaTreatmentAct.org
