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How a Non-Profit Organization Can Help You . . . More Than You’ll Ever Realize
In this week’s blog, Michael Riotto, a myeloma patient and advocate, shares how the International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) became a lifeline after his diagnosis. From hearing the words, "You have an incurable cancer" 13 years ago to coaching newly diagnosed myeloma patients today, he details the invaluable information, education, and support that the IMF has given him and continues to provide myeloma patients. Michael also highlights the emotional connections built within the myeloma community, which have been as essential as the medical knowledge he has gained through the IMF. Know more about his journey by reading the full blog.
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Thank You for Making the IMF’s Blood Cancer Awareness Month a Success!
During Blood Cancer Awareness Month, we asked, “Do you #kNOw myeloma?” You responded by sharing graphics, statistics, and stories. Together, we have reached more than 25 million in 25 countries across the globe. We could not continue our mission of improving the quality of life of myeloma patients while working toward prevention and a cure without the dedication of people like you. The IMF heartily appreciates your participation and thanks you for making Blood Cancer Awareness Month a success!
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Reserve Your Seat for the M-Power Richmond Community Workshop
Sign up for this Richmond community event that will discuss health empowerment. The M-Power Richmond Community Workshop takes place on Thursday, October 10, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. EST at the Ebenezer Baptist Church (216 W Leigh St., Richmond, VA 23220). We will focus on awareness of multiple myeloma in the African American community. The panel will share patient stories and suggestions to “M-Power” yourself if you are ever faced with a complicated diagnosis. Refreshments will be provided. Seating is limited, so register today!
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Coming Up: A Virtual Regional Community Workshop Serving the Needs of the Northeastern Myeloma Communities
Sign up for a Virtual Regional Community Workshop on Tuesday, October 8, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. EST, servicing the needs of those in New England. Speakers include IMF Chief Medical Officer Joseph Mikhael, MD, MEd, FRCPC, FACP (TGen at the City of Hope — Phoenix); Monique Hartley-Brown, MD, MMSc (Dana-Farber Cancer Insitute — Boston); and Kevin Brigle, PhD, ANP (VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center — Richmond, VA). The workshop is FREE, but you will still need to register to participate.
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Register for Living Well with Myeloma: A Webinar on Harmonizing Nutrition and Novel Therapies
Join IMF Vice President of Patient Support Robin Tuohy on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. PT | 5:00 p.m. MT | 6:00 PM CT | 7:00 PM ET, for a “Living Well with Myeloma” webinar on Harmonizing Nutrition and Novel Therapies. Robin will moderate a discussion with Abbey Reiser, MS, RDN, CDN, CSO (Mount Sinai Hospital — New York) and IMF Nurse Leadership Board Member Donna Catamero, ANP-BC, OCN, CCRC (Associate Director, Myeloma Research at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Health System — New York). This webinar will cover the importance of nutrition in supporting myeloma treatment and overall health, dietary recommendations, the role of nutritional supplements, as well as practical tips for integrating nutrition with bispecific treatments. Register at the button below.
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Bone-Strengthening Drugs for Multiple Myeloma in a Minute or Less
In this video, IMF Chief Medical Officer Dr. Joseph Mikhael discusses what bone-strengthening drugs are and why some myeloma patients need these drugs. Watch the video from the button below.
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Around the Web: Myeloma News
To keep you abreast of the most recent myeloma research findings, “The Myeloma Minute” features links to top myeloma content around the web. In this video from the Video Journal of Hematology and Hematological Oncology, IMF Scientific Advisory Board Member Dr. Jesús San Miguel discusses “key advances in the treatment of newly diagnosed multiple myeloma, outlining the most relevant trials, presented at the International Myeloma Society Annual Meeting.” Also, visit the September 2024 edition of summaries of the most fascinating studies about multiple myeloma from medical journals. As always, we invite you to visit the IMF Newsroom for the latest myeloma news.
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