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Australasian Lymphology Association

The Australasian Lymphology Association (ALA) is the peak professional organisation for the promotion of best practice in the lymphoedema management, research and education.

The ALA is a not-for-profit voluntary organisation which promotes awareness of lymphoedema and advocates for improved services and resources for people living with lymphoedema.

The ALA has charity status for a lymphoedema research fund.

Vision and mission

Excellence in health care for people living with lymphoedema.

Supporting professionals to promote awareness of, and provide best practice in, the management of lymphoedema.

How the Australasian Lymphology Association can help

The ALA provides a public listing of ALA Accredited Lymphoedema Practitioners and lymphoedema information to health professionals and people living with lymphoedema.

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Last reviewed: June 2022

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