Effective February 1, 2010, eligible myeloma and Waldenström macroglobulinemia patients will now be able to receive up to $10,000 in support to help offset the costs of prescription drug co-pays and other insurance related expenses. This increase is retroactive for expenses incurred from July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010 and is available to new and currently approved patients.

Patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals may submit patient applications easily online through the established link on the Co-Pay webpage www.lls.org/copay. Applications can also be submitted on the toll-free line with a Co-Pay specialist. Eligibility will be determined by medical and financial need.

For more information on this and other LLS Co-Pay Assistance Program disease funds, please call 877-557-2672 or visit www.lls.org/copay.