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In this week’s blog, the International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) engages in a conversation with Medical Student Scholar Tyra Grischke and mentor Dr. Ben Derman about their collaborative study, “Brain-to-vein and vein-to-vein times and outcomes in CAR T-cell therapy in myeloma," which was published in Blood Cancer Journal this March. Learn more about the details of this important collaborative study, the objectives and ideation process behind Tyra and Dr. Derman’s research, and what related research they hope would spark from their collaboration. READ THE BLOG.

 
The Spring 2025 issue of Myeloma Today is here—and it’s full of stories that inspire, inform, and drive progress. In this edition, we honor the transformative leadership of Yelak Biru as he steps down as IMF President and CEO, and welcome IMF Senior Vice President of Strategic Planning Diane Moran as Interim CEO. You'll also gain insights into the future of myeloma care — from the importance of early screening, to understanding the science of myeloma, to an engaging dialogue between leading experts on the meaning of cure. Additionally, we highlight the impact of Myeloma Action Month, which reached over 50 million people across 52 countries through the global #MyelomaMilestone campaign. Finally, learn about myeloma patients and care partners who met with U.S. lawmakers to advocate for research funding, telehealth access, and affordable treatments. Download the 2025 Spring edition now to learn more about the IMF's activities that serve our mission and vision. Myeloma Today is also available in French, Italian, German, and Spanish. DOWNLOAD MYELOMA TODAY

The International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) is excited to announce that an in-person Community Workshop will take place on June 21, 2025, at the Renaissance Hotel & Convention Center (3801 Quebec Street) in Denver. As always, the IMF’s Regional Community Workshops provide condensed educational sessions for smaller communities for FREE. The event’s speakers include IMF Vice President of Patient Support Robin Tuohy; Daniel Sherbenou, MD, PhD (University of Colorado Hospital — Aurora, CO); IMF Chief Medical Officer Joseph Mikhael, MD, MEd, FRCPC, FACP, FASCO ((TGen, City of Hope — Phoenix); Peter Forsberg, MD (Colorado Blood Cancer Institute —Denver); IMF Vice President of Development Sylvia Dsouza; IMF Nurse Leadership Board Member Beth Faiman, PhD, MSN, APN-BC, AOCN®, BMTCN®, FAAN, FAPO; and Martha Lacy, MD (Mayo Clinic — Rochester, MN). Myeloma patient Pat Sullivan and care partner Mark Cerda, PE, will host a session on ”Living the Myeloma Life.” In-person seating is limited, so be sure to save your seat today! REGISTER NOW.

Join the IMF for a Seattle Community Workshop on August 9, 2025, at the Graduate by Hilton (4507 Brooklyn Ave NE).  Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with leading myeloma specialists in a supportive, in-person setting. 

During the event, experts will cover key topics, including myeloma basics, upfront treatments at diagnosis, maintenance therapy, and what to know about relapse. A member of the IMF Nurse Leadership Board will also provide insights on managing side effects and symptoms. Plus, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions directly to the specialists. Click on the following link for updates on this event: LEARN MORE.

The International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) is excited to announce that the 2025 Los Angeles Patient and Family Seminar will take place at the Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City (555 Universal Hollywood Drive) on August 15-16, 2025. The seminar is FREE, but in-person seating is LIMITED. Visit this link for announcements of speakers for the event: LEARN MORE.

Connect with others in the myeloma community at Las Voces de Mieloma, a Spanish-language virtual support group. This month, we welcome Dr. Mauricio Villegas Fortuny, an expert in hematology and molecular oncology, as our guest speaker.

Date: Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Time: 10 AM – 11 AM (Pacific)
Guest Speaker: Dr. Mauricio Villegas Fortuny

Don't miss this opportunity to learn and find support from fellow myeloma patients and care partners. Join us by registering at https://lasvoces.support.myeloma.org. For any questions, please email [email protected], REGISTER NOW.

Conéctese con la comunidad de mieloma en Las Voces de Mieloma, un grupo de apoyo virtual en español. Este mes, nos acompaña el Dr. Mauricio Villegas Fortuny, experto en hematología y oncología molecular.

Fecha: Martes, 20 de mayo de 2025
Hora: 10 AM – 11 AM (Pacífico)
Invitado especial: Dr. Mauricio Villegas Fortuny

¡No se pierda esta oportunidad de aprender y recibir apoyo de otros pacientes con mieloma y sus cuidadores!  Únase a nosotros registrándose en https://lasvoces.support.myeloma.org. Para cualquier pregunta, envíe un correo electrónico a [email protected]. REGÍSTRESE AHORA.