The Children’s Cancer Center of Lebanon (CCCL), established in Beirut, Lebanon, is a unique regional center for the comprehensive treatment of pediatric cancer. An affiliate of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee (St. Jude), the center works in close association with The American University of Beirut, Medical Center (AUBMC).

The CCCL covers all costs of care beyond those reimbursable by third party payments and total costs when the latter are not available. The CCCL depends on donations, and its ability to fulfill its mission is constrained by the availability of funds at its disposal.

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On March 18, 2008 @ 4:00 pm, the Children’s Cancer Center of Lebanon (CCCL) affiliated to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital – Memphis Tennessee located at the American University of Beirut Medical Center (AUBMC) launched an educational program for sickle cell disease patients and families. Two years ago, CCCL started the Sickle Cell Disease Program in coordination with St. Jude. The program is directed by Dr. Miguel R. Abboud, CCCL Medical Director. The new educational program will help build awareness among sickle cell patients and their families. This program is coordinated by Mrs. Randa Shahine, CCCL Nurse who is the liaison with the International Association of Sickle Cell Nurses and Physician Assistants (IASCNAPA).

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Dubai – Under the Patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein, wife of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of UAE Prime Minister Ruler of Dubai, the Children’s Cancer Center of Lebanon (CCCL) held its annual fundraising gala dinner at AL Bustan Rotana Hotel, on Tuesday April 15, 2008 in Dubai. All the proceeds from the charity event went to Children’s Cancer Center of Lebanon (CCCL) to treat children with cancer.

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