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Understanding blood cancer treatment options

September 1, 2021

If you've been diagnosed with blood cancer, you may be wondering about treatment options. Learn more about how your hematologist can help.

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"Watchful waiting"... what is It?

April 22, 2021

Research has shown that for patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), whose disease is not acting aggressively, immediate treatment is...

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Back to the basics: blood cancer

February 5, 2021

Learn more about the three most common types of blood cancer and treatment options.

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What is myeloma?

February 4, 2021

Myeloma is one of the three most common types of blood cancer, along with leukemia and lymphoma. Myeloma is a type of cancer that begins in the...

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How to support loved ones with blood cancer during...

August 27, 2020

If you have a friend or relative who is currently battling blood cancer, you might be wondering how you can help support them during COVID-19...

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CAR T-Cell therapy: what to expect

August 25, 2020

Patients with certain types of cancers may be advised by their care team to explore CAR T-Cell therapy. Learn more about CAR T-Cell Therapy, ...

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Be The Match donor shares his story

August 25, 2020

In 2016, Ian LeMaistre signed up to be a marrow donor at an event hosted by Band Against Cancer with Sarah Cannon and Be The Match. Two years...

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Blood cancer treatment during COVID-19

August 25, 2020

If you or a loved one has blood cancer, you may have discussed a bone and marrow transplant, also known as a stem cell transplant, with your ...

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Why, as a minority, you should register to donate...

February 6, 2020

If a blood cancer patient is a good candidate for a blood and marrow transplant, they must be matched with a donor with the same human leukocyte...

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The Impact of Blood Donation

February 6, 2020

Someone in the U.S. needs blood every two seconds, and cancer patients are among those in need. Read about blood donation, including what to ...

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Blood and Marrow Transplant: What to Expect

September 3, 2019

Patients with blood cancers such as leukemia, lymphoma or multiple myeloma may be recommended by their physician for a blood and marrow transplant...

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Seven Blood Cancer Survivorship Tips

February 26, 2019

The blood cancer journey continues beyond recovery. The endurance, strength and perseverance you have demonstrated through your treatment will...

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9-Year-Old Cancer Survivor Reunited with the Man...

November 28, 2018

In January 2017, 9-year-old Sawyer Dyer was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), a rare form of leukemia for a child, and one of the ...

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Survivorship from a Cancer Survivor

September 14, 2018

In 2005, Jeff was diagnosed with stage IV non-Hodgkin lymphoma. After several rounds of chemotherapy, Jeff’s cancer went into remission; however...

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Ask The Expert: What is CAR T-Cell Therapy?

July 3, 2018

Fred LeMaistre, MD, Senior Vice President of Sarah Cannon Market Operations and Physician-in-Chief of Blood Cancers, discusses CAR T-Cell therapy...

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Answers to Your Questions about ET

September 29, 2016

Although the cause of ET is unknown, researchers have found that approximately half of those living with ET have a specific genetic mutation ...