In a nutshell This study aimed to evaluate post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in patients who have had treatment for cancer. This study found that a number of patients undergoing cancer treatment developed PTSD after treatment and recommended that supports are put in place. Some background Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a...
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Emergencies and Illness
After three hurricanes, flooding, fires and mudslides, and now severe cold and snow in the Deep South and throughout the country, the US has had its share of emergencies. Are you prepared? For people who rely on oxygen, who are on dialysis, have diabetes or other serious conditions, it is time to think about putting together some of the essentials. What...
Read MoreSide effects of treatment in multiple myeloma
In a nutshell This paper reviewed the side effects of drugs used in the treatment of multiple myeloma. Some background Treatment for multiple myeloma includes different groups of medications. Immunomodulatory drugs work by changing the function of the immune systems. Proteasome inhibitors work by blocking the breakdown of proteins that are...
Read MoreCAR T-Cells and HIV: What’s the Connection?
It has taken decades of work for researchers to find ways to activate the immune system to treat cancer (what we now call immuno-oncology or I-O). Much of that work has been poorly funded. Largely, it has been the result of researchers getting experience in other disciplines (like infectious disease) and then transferring that expertise to oncology...
Read MoreHow Can Myeloma Patients Achieve Better Balance?
Video information: Melanie House, a physical therapist from the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, shares simple steps and at-home strategies for myeloma patients experiencing neuropathy to achieve better balance. Transcript: Andrew Schorr: Here's a question we got in from Donald. He says, my neuropathy limits my...
Read MoreCoping with a Myeloma Diagnosis: Regaining Emotional and Psychological Control
Video information: The emotional and psychological battle from a myeloma diagnosis doesn’t have to be fought alone. Tune in to hear Dr. Frits van Rhee and Kristen Carter discuss how to take control of mental health, which is a vital factor to living well throughout the journey of cancer, and provide supportive resources available to help...
Read MoreDaratumumab plus bortezomib, melphalan, and prednisone for newly diagnosed myeloma
In a nutshell This paper studied the effect of daratumumab together with bortezomib, melphalan, and prednisone in patients with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma. The study found that the addition of daratumumab improved survival. Some background Multiple myeloma is a cancer of the plasma cells of the blood. Daratumumab (Darzalex) is a drug...
Read MoreSurvival after relapse between autologous/allogeneic HCT and autologous/autologous HCT
In a nutshell This paper compared survival between autologous-allogeneic (auto/allo) and autologous-autologous (auto/auto) hematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT) in patients with relapsed multiple myeloma. This study concluded that survival after relapse was better in those who received auto/allo HCT compared to auto/auto HCT. Some background...
Read MoreRising Above Myeloma: A Patient Shares The Keys to His Recovery
Video information: Tune in to hear how myeloma patient advocate, Alan Stephenson, finds inner strength to rise above his myeloma condition and maintain physical activity and peace of mind. Transcript: Jeff Folloder: One of the keys in recovery is to do what you don’t feel like doing. What exactly motivates you to do those things that you...
Read MoreOutcomes from early relapse in multiple myeloma
In a nutshell This paper studied the effect of early relapse on survival in patients with multiple myeloma. Patients who had an early relapse had a worse overall survival than patients who did not have an early relapse. Some background Despite advances in treatment, many patients with multiple myeloma will experience a relapse (have a return...
Read MoreImpact of multi-drug resistant organisms after stem cell transplantation
In a nutshell This study examined the impact of multi-drug resistant organisms in patients who had undergone stem cell treatment. The study concluded that patients colonized with multi-drug resistant organisms should be watched closely for infections after transplantation. Some background Stem cell transplantation is a treatment used in...
Read MoreCan Genetic Profiling in Myeloma Determine Treatment Strategies?
Video Information Dr. Faith Davies, from the UAMS Myeloma Institute, and Dr. Brian Walker, from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, share how tests showing abnormalities in gene expression can help classify myeloma patients, and how this information can help improve care for myeloma patients. Transcript Dr. Davies: I think there...
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