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LAF Community Network in Puerto Rico
by Myriam Ojeda Torres
Information about lymphedema has been spreading in Puerto Rico since October 2003 via four lymphedema events, A Breast Cancer Awareness March, a Susan G. Koman Health Fair, lymphedema presentations at two private support groups and several Yo Puedo support groups in hospitals, information booths at two Relay for Life events and a Channel 4 television piece that aired several times.
Insurance coverage in Puerto Rico:
· The main VA hospital covers 100% of the cost of treatments, including garments and bandages.
· Cruz Azul, Humana, MCS, Assoc. de Maestros, IMC and HOFFA are reimbursing for post-mastectomy treatment.
· ACS renewed their LE program budget; twenty patients will receive financial aid for their treatment.
· The Madrinas y Padrinos del Hospital Oncológico is assisting patients whose insurance will not cover the cost.
· Medicare, SSS and the Reforma de Salud provide no coverage.
For more information contact the lymphedema clinic:
Urb. Villa Clementina
#C-6 Camino Alejandrino
Guaynabo, PR 00969
787-272-1774
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About the Author:
Myriam Ojeda Torres
Myriam Ojeda Torres became interested in lymphology in 1998 after her mother developed lymphedema following a bilateral mastectomy. In 1999 she was certified as a MLD Therapist from the Vodder School and began her practice in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico.With the help of the American Cancer Society Myriam has launched a prevention campaign in her country and speaks frequently at medical conventions, support groups and health fairs.
She has also started a National Lymphedema Registry which attempts to document the incidence of the condition in the island.
Myriam is a member of NAVALT, NLN and the LAF.
You may contact Myriam Ojeda with any questions at mtorres@elymphnotes.org. |
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