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What Is Leukemia? What is leukemia? Dr. Luther Glenn, MD discusses with the American Health Journal video viewing community what leukemia is. Leukemia is a proliferation of white blood cells. The white blood cells grow uncontrollably. According to the Mayo Clinic, “Leukemia is cancer of the body’s blood-forming tissues, including the bone marrow and the lymphatic system. Many types of leukemia exist. Some forms of leukemia are most common in children. Other forms of leukemia occur mostly in adults. Leukemia usually starts in the white blood cells. Your white blood cells are potent infection fighters — they normally grow and divide in an orderly way, as your body needs them. But in people with leukemia, the bone marrow produces a large number of abnormal white blood cells, which don’t function properly. Treatment for leukemia can be complex — depending on the type of leukemia and other factors. But there are strategies and resources that can help to make your treatment successful.” www.americanhealthjournal.com Subscribe: www.youtube.com Facebook: www.facebook.com Twitter: www.twitter.com RSS: www.americanhealthjournal.com The American Health Journal is a highly rated, award-winning health care television program that airs on PBS and other national network affiliates which reaches over 30 million households. The American Health Journal has received over 91 national and international awards that include over 15 Telly Awards, over 15 Communicator Awards, 7 Vision Awards, 6 …