Myeloma

Although there is no cure for myeloma, the prognosis can be good if doctors catch it early.

If you were to meet Dr. Sundar Jagannath in a crowded room, you would not assume that he is one of the greatest myeloma doctors of all time.

Jack Aiello is a leading patient advocate in multiple myeloma on an international level.

Through Dr. Frits van Rhee's patient care and research, he has made a significant impact on improving the lives of those affected by multiple myeloma.

I find myself enormously inadequate to fully explain why I think this lady, my wife, should be selected as a Multiple Myeloma Hero, but whether she is or not, she is my hero.

When I met my myeloma care team, something just clicked, and I knew I was in good hands.

Even with all he has already done, Dr. Landgren continues to study the progression of multiple myeloma, with the goal of stopping progression and finding a cure.

For over 20 years, Dr. Brian Berryman has been a tireless advocate and compassionate care provider for those affected by multiple myeloma.

Dr. J is proactive, creative and practical in planning treatment strategies for his patients. He does not take shortcuts; if the hard way is the right way, then that is what will be done.

My wife, Michelle, has used this diagnosis as a pillar of strength, doing all she can for her young boys and me and leading the best life she can, while along the way committing to raise funds and awareness to help improve and extend the lives of patients with myeloma

At 77 years young, Dr. Huntimerhas been dealing with the cancer world via her own battles with tumors and treatments since she was 22 years old.

Initially, we used my husband's diagnosis to show our support as we navigated this journey and joined a new “club” we really didn’t want to be a part of.

Cynthia Chmielewski is a multiple myeloma hero for many around the world.

He dreams that this ever-growing body of knowledge will progressively improve the ability to understand and treat cancer; multiple myeloma has been at the center of this dream.

Some patients are at higher risk of infection, so it’s critical that they keep their care team up to date on any symptoms.

The past 20 years have brought great advances to advocacy groups, helping to improve patients’ quality of life. But more work is needed to raise awareness in underserved groups.

It is important that caregivers take care of not only the patient, but also themselves, as the diagnosis may affect their mental health.

From updates on clinical trials to a podcast where an oncology nurse shares how her son’s leukemia diagnosis changed her life, here are CURE®’s top blood cancer articles from the year 2022.

In honor of CURE®’s 20th anniversary, here is a roundup of some of the major advancements in the world of cancer care, according to experts, patients and advocates.

CURE®’s Multiple Myeloma Heroes® Award Program honors and gives thanks to those who have made it their mission to change the lives of patients with multiple myeloma.

Watch Dr. Francesco Maura, Dr. Marcella Kaddoura and Mary DeRome answer questions about the future of myeloma during the CURE® Educated Patient® Multiple Myeloma Summit.

Watch Dr. Marcella Kaddoura, from Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, discuss targeting myeloma with small molecules with precision medicine during the CURE® Educated Patient® Multiple Myeloma Summit.

Watch Dr. Francesco Maura, from Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, discuss how personalized prediction models can be used to identify the best treatments during the CURE® Educated Patient Multiple Myeloma Summit.

Watch Valarie Traynham, of the HealthTree Foundation, discuss the long-term journey of the disease and disparities still seen during the CURE® Educated Patient® Multiple Myeloma Summit.