Blood cancer is a term used to describe cancers that affect the blood, bone marrow, and lymphatic system. There are three main types of blood cancer: leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. Watch as Dr. Craig Cole breaks down what each type is and how they differ.
What is Blood Cancer and Multiple Myeloma?
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The Latest In Multiple Myeloma Cancer
This Clinical Trial Wants to Test Less Toxic Treatments for Blood Cancers
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has launched a new clinical trial to revolutionize the treatment of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). The myeloMATCH trial is all about finding the perfect treatment for each patient's unique cancer. read more about This Clinical Trial Wants to Test Less Toxic Treatments for Blood Cancers
This Overlooked Disease Is Killing Twice as Many Black Americans—Here’s Why
There is a type of blood cancer that is disproportionately impacting Black Americans. Despite making up only 13 percent of the U.S. population, Black individuals account for over 20 percent of the blood cancer, multiple myeloma, cases. Yet, this disease read more about This Overlooked Disease Is Killing Twice as Many Black Americans—Here’s Why
An NFL Widow’s Fight: ‘Until There’s a Cure, I’m Not Going Anywhere’
Multiple myeloma, a rare and aggressive blood cancer, disproportionately affects Black Americans—who make up only 14 percent of the U.S. population but represent 20 percent of all multiple myeloma patients, a figure expected to rise to 24 percent by 2034. read more about An NFL Widow’s Fight: ‘Until There’s a Cure, I’m Not Going Anywhere’
From Plantains to Peppers: 5 Foods to Reignite Your Hunger!
I’m sure it may be my Caribbean Island roots that influence my unwavering love for spicy foods, but riddle me this, who wouldn't enjoy a mouthwatering, juicy piece of jerk (extra spicy) chicken straight from the grill? And don't even read more about From Plantains to Peppers: 5 Foods to Reignite Your Hunger!
A Black Hematologist Shares How We Can Improve Outcomes For Blood Cancer Patients
Blood cancers, such as leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma, disproportionately affect Black Americans. According to Dr. Ruemu Birhiray, a hematology-oncologist at American Oncology Partners in Indianapolis, Black people make up about 14 percent of the U.S. population but account for read more about A Black Hematologist Shares How We Can Improve Outcomes For Blood Cancer Patients
A Clinical Trial Leads to the Approval of a Crucial Multiple Myeloma Treatment
The FDA has approved a drug combo for treating multiple myeloma. Daratumumab and hyaluronidase-fihj (Darzalex Faspro) in combination with bortezomib, lenalidomide, and dexamethasone has been approved for induction and consolidation in patients newly diagnosed with the disease who are eligible read more about A Clinical Trial Leads to the Approval of a Crucial Multiple Myeloma Treatment