Nurse News

Clinical Service Excellence Programme (CSEP) continues to award excellence in myeloma treatment and care – Summer 2024

Two exceptional hospitals have been awarded the prestigious CSEP accreditation this quarter, and a further five hospitals have successfully reaccredited, highlighting their outstanding contributions to myeloma care.
Explore some of the exceptional achievements and highlights that showcase these hospitals’ commitment to exceptional patient care.

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Myeloma Awareness Week 2024: What is the #InMyeOwnWords campaign?

Find out all about Myeloma Awareness Week 2024 and our campaign: #InMyeOwnWords. We wanted to reach those people who have never heard of myeloma. To do this, we used people’s real-life descriptive experiences to give a voice to their symptoms and help our message be heard. As the campaign name said, it’s myeloma in their words.

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Prior to his myeloma diagnosis in 2013, Karl had experienced whooping cough, pneumonia, shingles and severe back pain. Neither he, nor his partner Sarah, had any idea it was linked and the diagnosis came as a complete shock. Read Karl and Sarah’s story and find out why they play the Myeloma UK lottery.

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Treatment updates: NICE and SMC appraisals – Summer 2024

This latest update presents critical developments in myeloma treatment appraisals by NICE and the SMC.

Stay informed about the latest recommendations, appeal hearings, and upcoming assessments shaping the treatment options for patients and healthcare professionals.

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Publication of new guidelines for myeloma and related conditions

Reflecting the ever-evolving myeloma treatment landscape, there have been three recent guidelines publications by the International Myeloma Working Group (IMWG) and the British Society of Haematology (BSH). These papers support healthcare professionals to deliver the most current and effective patient care in the UK and help them to stay abreast of international guidance.

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Myeloma UK provide CPD module to support HCPs monitor MGUS

To support primary and secondary care professionals’ knowledge in monitoring MGUS, Myeloma UK has launched a new, free interactive module, accredited by the Royal College of Physicians. Contributing towards your CPD, explore this excellent learning tool to ensure you feel confident in managing MGUS in practice.

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Myeloma UK puts patient involvement first at BSH2024

Myeloma UK once again had a strong presence at the British Society of Haematology (BSH) Annual Conference this year. Held in Liverpool, 28–30 April, both our Health Services Research (HSR) and Clinical Practice Services (CPS) teams showcased their teams work addressing the myeloma patient experience in clinical trials, and how patient and public involvement can positively influence research.

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Myeloma UK patient information dispensers available to order

We are once again taking orders for our free Myeloma UK paitent information dispensers. Already used in over 90 hospitals around the UK to display our patient information publications, they come in two designs to suit the space. Read more and find out how to order your dispenser.

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