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In this week’s video, Dr. Brian G.M. Durie discusses the main types of imaging studies for myeloma patients, including MRIs, whole-body low-dose CT scans, and PET/CT scans.
BOTTOM LINE:
All three types of imaging are useful. Discuss them carefully with your doctor to…
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Diagnosed in 2005 with a plasmacytoma that was treated with radiation in 2006, Thomas Goode soon underwent a stem cell transplant. Two months after completion of an autologous stem cell transplant, Thomas’s brother matched as a candidate for Thomas’s allogenic stem cell transplant. Today, Thomas is…
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The IMF is once again proud to host a 10-day stay raffle at the Villa Ono Oasis in historic Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. Thank you to Amy Klitsner for this generous donation to make this vacation possible.
On Sunday, August 1, 2021, IMF Senior Director of Member Events Suzanne Battaglia and…
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In this week’s video, Dr. Brian G.M. Durie discusses FISH testing, classifications of test results, and genetics that may affect myeloma patients
BOTTOM LINE:
17p- is not a definitive prognostic factor. Other factors such as the number of chromosomes and percentage…
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Brussels, Belgium--In a ceremony on April 2, 2019 dedicated to “the beauty, the power, and the wisdom of science,” International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) Co-founder and President, Susie Durie, and Chairman Brian G.M. Durie, MD were awarded a joint honorary doctorate…
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James P. Kaiser
James P. Kaiser, of Harrington Park, NJ passed away surrounded by his loving family on July 10, 2023, after a valiant battle with Multiple Myeloma. He leaves behind his heartbroken wife, Kimberly, their…
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To address the needs of those seeking support and more information in smaller communities, the IMF hosts frequent Regional Community Workshops. These one-day workshops offer families a condensed version of the full Patient & Family Seminar at no charge.
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We are thrilled to announce that on April 2, 2019, the…
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In this week’s video, Dr. Brian G.M. Durie discusses gene-editing research taking place that could affect the future of myeloma treatment options.
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New lab research in the U.S. is studying the impact of gene editing. It will be very exciting and important in…
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IMG Chairman of the Board Dr. Brian G.M. Durie focuses …
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In this week’s video, Dr. Brian G.M. Durie discusses current treatments, including immune therapies, used to target and eliminate myeloma cells.
BOTTOM LINE:
Genetic mutations create “parameters” that anti-myeloma therapies can target.
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In this week’s video, Dr. Brian G.M. Durie discusses various possible causes of kidney damage in myeloma patients.
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At the 2018 IMWG Summit in Stockholm, guest speaker Arun Wiita, MD, Phd, shared a vision of a futuristic approach to myeloma treatment in a talk entitled, “CRISPR in myeloma: more than just knockouts.” Dr. Wiita leads the Arun Wiita Lab at the University of California at San Francisco, which is…
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The International Myeloma Foundations thanks its sponsors. Our mission to accelerating the prevention and cure of myeloma and improving the quality of life for patients and families is made possible by your support along with our hundreds of individual small donations and member fundraisers. Thank…
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American Cancer SocietyVisit this information page on stem cell transplants for multiple myeloma.American Society for…
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Why Multiple Myeloma Patient Support MattersManaging multiple myeloma requires ongoing decisions, conversations, and adjustments — at home, work, in relationships, and daily routines. It can strain you mentally, emotionally, and physically. For many, the pressure to keep up with…
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Causes of Multiple Myeloma Pain Multiple myeloma pain can originate from various sources. Knowing what type of pain you're experiencing can help guide treatment:Bone pain: This type of pain often…
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The International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) focuses on advancing research and providing education and support for myeloma patients and their families. However, it’s important to note that the IMF does not offer comprehensive resources or assistance.To provide you with as many resources about myeloma…
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Amgen® SupportPlusThis site provides help with covering the costs of Amgen medicines, including KYPROLIS® (carfilzomib). Reach out to their Kyprolis assistance line at (866) 264-2778. …
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Om myelom
Myelom innebär mycket kortfattat cancer i benmärgen. Dess förlopp skiljer sig emellertid kraftigt åt mellan olika individer, varpå ett "typiskt" sjukdomsförlopp är svårt att beskriva. Även om sjukdomen ännu inte går att bota kan majoriteten av drabbade upprätthålla en relativt god…
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Международный Фонд Миелома
Сведения о фонде
Международный Фонд Миеломы (International Myeloma Foundation, IMF) основан в 1990 году и является самым крупным в мире благотворительным фондом, специализирующимся на миеломе. Он насчитывает более 525 000 участников в 140 странах…
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Sobre o IMF
Fundada em 1990, a International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) é a maior e mais antiga instituição de caridade específicas do mieloma múltiplo no mundo. Com mais de 230.000 membros em 120 países, o IMF serve pacientes com mieloma, familiares ea comunidade médica. O IMF fornece uma ampla…
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Co to jest szpiczak mnogi?
Szpiczak mnogi to nowotwór komórek plazmatycznych, który atakuje i niszczy kości.
Szpiczak to drugi pod względem częstości występowania nowotwór kości, stanowiący około 12% wszystkich rozpoznawanych nowotworów hematologicznych.…
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Hva betyr Myelomatose?
Myelomatose er kreft i plasmacellene som angriper og ødelegger benmargen.
Myelomatose er den nest vanligste formen for blodkreft og står for omtrent 12% av alle former for hematologisk blodkreft som blir diagnostisert. …
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Hvað er mergæxli?
Mergæxli er krabbamein sem er upprunnið í frumum beinmergsins.
Mergæxli eyðir nærliggjandi beini og myndar beinúrátur.
Algengustu vandamálin tengd sjúkdómnum eru beinverkir, slappleiki og tíðar sýkingar.…
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Mi a mielóma multiplex?
A mielóma multiplex a csontvelő plazmasejtjeinek daganatos betegsége. A mielóma a második leggyakoribb rosszindulatú vérképzőszervi megbetegedés és a diagnosztizált onkohematológiai betegségek mintegy 12%-át teszi ki. A betegséggel kapcsolatosan leggyakrabban…
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Wat is een multipel myeloom?Een multipel myeloom is een kanker die ontstaat in de plasmacellen in het beenmerg.In de Verenigde Staten is myeloom de op één na meest…
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Hvad er myelomatoseMyelomatose (også kendt som Kahler sygdom) er en cancer i plasmaceller, der angriber og ødelægger knoglemarven.Den danske betegnelse for myelomatose er knoglemarvskræft.Myelomatose er den anden mest udbredte blodcancerform, og den står for cirka 12…
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Co je to mnohočetný myelom?
Mnohočetný myelom je rakovina plazmatických buněk, která napadá a ničí kosti.
Myelom je druhá nejčastěji se vyskytující rakovina krve a představuje 12 % všech diagnostikovaných rakovin krve.
Myelom je léčitelný a úspěšnost léčby…
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NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA, February 14, 2019— The International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) is harnessing the power of myeloma patients, their families, and the myeloma community at large to raise awareness of the disease during Myeloma Action Month (MAM), starting March 1, 2019. In 2009,…
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In this week’s video, Dr. Brian G.M. Durie discusses various trials that were presented at ASH and the triplet therapy options that are available for myeloma patients of all ages.BOTTOM LINE:Triplet therapies are wonderful options for healthy patients over the age…
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Amgen Assist 360: Help with covering the costs of Amgen medicines, including KYPROLIS® (carfilzomib).
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¿Qué es el mieloma múltiple?El mieloma múltiple es un cáncer de las células plasmáticas que ataca y destruye los huesos.El mieloma es el segundo cáncer de la sangre más común…
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The International Myeloma Foundation is committed to action on issues that affect patients and their families. Through our advocacy efforts, we ensure that the patient perspective is heard when legislators consider important and impactful changes to the health care systems of each state. Our…
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Iceland Screens, Treats, or Prevents Multiple Myeloma
The First Large-Scale Screening Study in the Field of Myeloma
"No one has done anything like this before, ever" said iStopMM principal investigator, Dr. Sigurdur Y. Kristinsson of the University of…
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Acceptance of these TermsThese terms of service are entered into by and between You and the International Myeloma Foundation (“IMF,” “we,” or “us”). The following terms and conditions, together with any documents they expressly incorporate by…
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At the International Myeloma Foundation (“IMF”, “Company”, “we”, or “us”), your privacy is important. We provide you this Privacy Policy (the “Policy”) to explain how we treat your personal information provided to…
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Thinking Outside of the Box to Conquer Multiple Myeloma
How the IMF’s Black Swan Research Initiative Is Changing the Way We Approach Multiple Myeloma.
Six years ago, the original team, led by IMF Chairman Brian G.M. Durie, MD, concluded that the only way to cure the…