WORLD LYMPHEDEMA DAY 2026 - Organic Lymphatic Vascular Disease - Chronic Skin and Subcutaneous Tissues Impairment - Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) - Pediatric and Primary Lymphedema - Secondary Lymphedema - Lymphostatic Elephantiasis - Lymphatic Filariasis/Podoconiosis - Spanish lymphedema Associations - FEDEAL - Lymphedema Federation (Spain)

 

WORLD LYMPHEDEMA DAY, 6 MARCH

250 million people worldwide live with lymphedema. An INVISIBLE disease for many people.

Lymphedema is not just swelling. It is a CHRONIC, PROGRESSIVE and, in many cases, DISABLING disease that affects the physical, emotional and social lives of those who suffer from it. LACK OF AWARENESS often means that its true degree of disability is not recognised, delaying diagnosis and treatment.

Today, 6 March, World Lymphedema Day, FEDEAL / AGL reminds us that:

• Primary lymphedema deserves the same dignity and attention as any other disease.
• Research is urgent.
• Training and empathy on the part of healthcare professionals is essential.
• We need a national strategy, because lymphedema is the same in all autonomous communities.
• Early diagnosis and dignified, accessible treatment are essential.
• Because no one is immune to developing lymphedema. TOMORROW IT COULD BE YOU.

WHO WE ARE: LIST OF THE SPANISH LYMPHEDEMA ASSOCIATIONS

FEDEAL

THE LYMPHEDEMA AND LIPEDEMA FEDERATION 

SPAIN