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Accelerating the prevention and cure of myeloma and improving
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About Multiple Myeloma
Multiple myeloma starts in the bone marrow plasma cells. It weakens the immune system and can affect many parts of the body by causing the bone marrow to create dysfunctional antibodies and plasma cells. Living with or treating this disease means making complicated decisions, and this requires searching for reliable, current information on multiple myeloma.
How Can the International Myeloma Foundation Help?
The International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) connects people to what matters most — research that pushes the field forward, education that clarifies complex topics, support tailored to individual needs, and advocacy that amplifies every voice. Patients, care partners, healthcare professionals, and researchers can access the knowledge, resources, and community they need from the IMF to navigate life with myeloma.
This week’s blog covers the latest myeloma research from July-August 2026. It includes a recently published iStopMM (Iceland Screens, Treats, or Prevents Multiple Myeloma) study on clinical and psychological outcomes after MGUS screening — a subsequent randomized trial of follow-up, and more. Get the latest on myeloma clinical trials, and news from the U.S. FDA and European Commission. READ THE BLOG.
For Blood Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM) 2026, the International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) is excited to bring back its #KnowMyeloma campaign — the IMF’s highly successful myeloma awareness campaign that reached over 25 million across social media, with overall global engagement extended to 62 countries in BCAM 2025.
Centering on the question, "Do You Know Myeloma?", the IMF will launch a patient-and-care-partner-focused digital campaign to raise awareness of blood cancer, particularly multiple myeloma. Read the press release to learn more about this year’s campaign and visit knowmyeloma.org to find out how you can get involved! READ THE PRESS RELEASE.
The International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) is excited to announce that the 2026 Short Hills Patient and Family Seminar will take place on October 2-3, 2026, in Short Hills, New Jersey. The seminar is FREE, but in-person seating is LIMITED. REGISTER NOW.
From August 18-24, participants of the IMF’s Iceland Cycling Expedition will cycle across Iceland to raise awareness and funds to improve lives and accelerate the cure for myeloma. For the whole month of August, we invite you to join the Virtual Cycling Challenge — ride anytime this month, at your own time, pace, and convenience. Participation is FREE, and there is no fundraising minimum. To join, you will need to register on the Iceland Cycling Expedition Virtual Challenge page. Tokens of appreciation will be provided to qualified fundraisers. REGISTER NOW.
When you volunteer to organize a community fundraiser for the IMF, you receive support and guidance from the IMF's Development Team. Whether it's a 5K Walk/Run, a bake sale, or a simple letter-writing campaign, we're here to help you.
