The Myeloma Canada Scientific Roundtable Was a Resounding Success
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Canada’s top hematologists and myeloma researchers from coast to coast, as well as international myeloma experts, came together on September 28 and 29, in Montreal for the 9th annual Myeloma Canada Scientific Roundtable. Known as the go-to scientific meeting in Canada, topics discussed included: cutting-edge new research such as CAR T cell therapy, monoclonal antibody vaccines, updates on results from promising clinical trials, optimal dosing for medical cannabis, as well as updates on new therapy development in myeloma. We would like to thank all participants and contributors who took part in this important event.
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We invite you to try Myeloma Canada’s clinical trial personalized search tool! This simplified user-friendly tool allows you to receive email alerts on upcoming trials based on the stage of your disease, your place of residence and the clinical trial phase you are interested in.
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Nelfinavir-Velcade Combination Very Active in Advanced, Velcade-Resistant Multiple Myeloma
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Spotlight on Alyssa Dickey: Building a Family While Living with Multiple Myeloma
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"We are realistic about the future and do not know what will happen with my cancer or treatment. I have plans and dreams for the future, but we also live in the moment. Myeloma makes me a better mom for experiencing life. We celebrate holidays with pictures and special activities. I want to create a legacy for my son to remember me by. We plan fun days with family and friends, so he knows he has a community around him. And we reach out to our community when we need help, such as during my second stem cell transplant."
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3rd Annual Sam's Monte Carlo Casino Night
October 27, 2018
Montreal, Quebec
The evening’s program includes: a welcome cocktail, a four-course filet mignon dinner, a whisky bar, roulette tables, blackjack rooms, a complimentary shuttle, exceptional prizes and so much more! A great evening for everyone.
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InfoSessions
For patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals and the myeloma community
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Virtual Multiple Myeloma March:
Create Your Own Challenge!
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Take on the 3-Week Virtual March Challenge
You were unable to join us for the Multiple Myeloma March? You want to continue your efforts and help raise funds for research and to support advocacy? Take on your own challenge and register for the Virtual Multiple Myeloma March! From now, until October 31, register yourself or a team for the virtual event.
Psst…
The Multiple Myeloma March community pages are still open. To make a donation to your community, click
here
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Multiple Myeloma March Photo Memories
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Only 2 more Multiple Myeloma Marches left! If you would like to see the photo albums of the 2018 Marches check out our Flickr
albums! Note: Some March albums have not been added yet.
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Presentation by Professor Xavier Leleu at the Montreal InfoSession
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On September 27, a special patient and caregiver InfoSession took place in Montreal. Dr Xavier Leleu, world-renowned hematologist from Poitiers University in France shared his knowledge (with humour) with our community about myeloma treatment options and responded to many questions pertaining to the differences in treatments between our two continents. We wish to thank all those who attended, in addition to as our speakers, Dr Leleu, Hervé Benoit, Patient Advisory Council Representative and Danny Wade, Montreal Myeloma Support Network Leader. If you were unable to attend the session, the presentations were recorded* and will be made available online in the coming weeks.
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The Multiple Myeloma March in the Media

The Multiple Myeloma March made the news from coast to coast! Here are a few highlights from this year’s media coverage:
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Traveling Long Distances to Receive Healthcare
Since 1986, Hope Air provides free flights to Canadians who cannot afford the cost of an airline ticket to get to important medical appointments far from home. Since then, 110 000 flights have been offered through donations, thanks to agreements with airlines and the support of volunteer pilots. To learn more about this program, or to find out about the eligibility requirements, visit
hopeair.ca
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Teresa Miceili's Blog
The International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) offers a news blog on multiple myeloma care provided by oncology nurses. Written and updated by Teresa Miceili, RN, BSN, OCN Ã la Mayo Clinic-College of Medicine in Rochester, Minnesota, and a member of the IMF Nurse Leadership Board, this blog allows nurses, patients, caregivers to learn more about care specifically geared towards myeloma patients, a disease that is constantly evolving. To read the articles, visit
myeloma.org
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