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News of Congressman Scalise's diagnosis of blood cancer, specifically, myeloma brings attention to the disease. September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month.
The American Cancer Society estimates 35,730 people will be diagnosed with Myeloma in 2023. Currently the lifetime risk of getting multiple myeloma is 1 in 132 (0.76%). Less than 1% of cases are diagnosed in people younger than 35. Risk Factors for Multiple Myeloma | American Cancer Society
Founded in 1990, the International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) is the first and largest global organization focusing specifically on multiple myeloma. The IMF’s reach extends to more than 525,000 members in 140 countries worldwide. The IMF is dedicated to improving the quality of life of myeloma patients while working toward prevention and a cure through our four founding principles: Research, Education, Support, and Advocacy.
International Myeloma Foundation Headquarters
4400 Coldwater Canyon Ave., Suite 300
Studio City, CA 91604, USA
Tel: 1-818-487-7455
Register now! September is #BloodCancerAwarenessMonth! JOIN IMF Chief Medical Officer Dr. Joseph Mikhael on Friday 9/1 for a special #myeloma research Q&A. #kNOwMyeloma
San Fernando Valley (Los Angeles) | International Myeloma Foundation
SUPPORT GROUP
Monthly Newsletter August-2023-SGL-Newsletter.pdf (wasabisys.com)
Events:
SEP 20 No Meeting
OCT 18 San Fernando Discussion Meeting 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm PST Learn more
There will be a live meeting on Wednesday October 18 at 7:00PM at Valley Beth Shalom where those with myeloma will be in one room and care-partners will be in another room.
For more information, please contact Malcolm Katz at 818-515-6060 or by E-mail at SFVMMgroup@gmail.com before attending a meeting.
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