COVID-19 & Myeloma InfoBulletin April 2, 2020

Important information & links for our myeloma community

Martine Elias - Executive Director

Hi everyone,  In light of this new and temporary – somewhat altered - reality we’re all living in right now, we at Myeloma Canada are committed to providing you with the most reliable, relevant and up-to-date information on the coronavirus COVID-19 and myeloma as possible.

Your physical, emotional and psychological health and wellbeing are of utmost importance to us. Staying positive and informed plays a huge role in staying well , and part of that is being able to decipher and manage all of the information that’s coming your way. If you’re anything like us, your inboxes are being flooded with emails and articles on the virus. Some of these may be from reliable sources, others may not.    That’s why you’re receiving this COVID-19 & Myeloma InfoBulletin…   Myeloma Canada’s COVID-19 & Myeloma InfoBulletin highlights and links you directly to just some of the material we’ve placed in our new COVID-19 web section . It’s intended to simplify and make sure you have easy access to the most relevant and current news, articles, webinars and links that we’ve curated from trustworthy sources. We urge you to refer to this section often for more comprehensive information and new posts.   Should you have any questions related to COVID-19 and myeloma in general, please let us know. We'll do our utmost to find answers for you. For question that are specific to your particular situation, please direct these to your healthcare professional. They are the ones who know you best! Send your questions on COVID-19 and myeloma to contact@myeloma.ca  or gcolasurdo@myeloma.ca and write " Question on COVID-19 and myeloma " in the subject line.   Stay safe & healthy, Martine

COVID-19 News & Updates How long does the coronavirus survive? Can I catch or spread it from a surface?  What should I be using to disinfect? Do you know the difference between self-monitoring, self-isolation and isolation for COVID-19? COVID-19 and clinical trials

COVID-19 & Myeloma Webinars

Myeloma Canada webinar held March 26, 2020 - English " COVID-19 and Multiple Myeloma: What You Need to Know " Dr Brian G.M. Durie - Hematologist-Oncologist, Cedars-Sinai Outpatient Cancer Center, Chairman, International Myeloma Foundation Board of Directors, Los Angeles, CA Dr Hira Mian - Hematologist, Juravinski Cancer Centre, Hamilton, ON David McMullen - Interim Chair, Myeloma Canada Patient Advisory Council IMF webinar held March 16, 2020 - English “ Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Multiple Myeloma " Dr Brian G.M. Durie Myeloma Canada webinar held March 20, 2020 - French " COVID-19 et le myélome multiple : Ce que vous devez savoir " Dr Michel Pavic - Centre de recherche du CHUS in Sherbrooke, QC

For more information, resources and updates on the COVID-19 virus, we recommend the agencies below: Public Health Agency of Canada World Health Organization (WHO) International Myeloma Foundation (IMF)

Of course, always remember to call your healthcare provider if you have any concerns about your health.

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