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THE MAX FOUNDATION’S INTERNATIONAL PATIENT HELPLINE

May 28 2008

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with blood cancer, The Max Foundation (TMF) can provide the following free services through our International Patient Helpline:

  • Assign a personal advocate
  • Provide your family with information
  • Connect you with local patient groups
  • Research possible access solutions
  • Advocate on your behalf
  • Make referrals from our International Resource Database (IRD)

    To apply for Help from our International Patient Helpline, please click here to complete an application

    Contact Us:
    Global email: help@themaxfoundation.org
    Helpline phone: (Toll free in USA) 1-888-462-9368 or 425-778-8660

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