MPN Heroes^®

‘The More I Talk, the Stronger I Feel,’ MPN Survivor Says

April 22nd 2023, 6:00pm

Mayra Andujar Delgado does not shy away from discussing her myelofibrosis diagnosis. In fact, the survivor becomes empowered by sharing her knowledge with others.

MPN Survivor Urges Clinicians, ‘Break (Info) Down to Me Where I Can Understand It’

April 21st 2023, 9:00pm

Jessica Kuhns, a patient living with a myeloproliferative neoplasm, makes it a point to ensure she can understand what doctors are telling her, so that she can take that knowledge and tell other people.

CURE® Salutes 8 Individuals’ Efforts During 10th Annual MPN Heroes® Program

December 10th 2022, 2:53pm

CURE® celebrated the work of eight individuals who go above and beyond to better the lives of people living with myeloproliferative neoplasms, a group of blood cancers.

‘Listen to Your Patient,’ Says Cancer Caregiver

July 22nd 2022, 7:30pm

A cancer caregiver recommends that other caregivers become well-versed in their loved one’s disease.

Cancer Caregiver Realizes the Impact of His Advocacy Work

July 18th 2022, 7:00pm

When Jeff Bushnell was contacted by a patient with an MPN who lived in the Philippines, he realized how his advocacy work was impacting patients around the globe.

Oncologist Who Specializes in Treating Rare Blood Cancers ‘Learns from Patients Every Day’

July 15th 2022, 9:00pm

An expert from the Tisch Cancer Institute discusses how he learns from patients and their caregivers, and how their insight has helped lead advancements in the treatment of myeloproliferative neoplasms, a group of rare blood cancers.

‘I Want to Die With This, Not Because of It,’ Says Survivor of Rare Blood Cancer

July 8th 2022, 9:00pm

Kerry Fraser, a survivor of a myeloproliferative neoplasm and retired NHL referee, explained how he came to be diagnosed, and his hopes for the future of the group of rare blood cancers.

Positive Attitude, Paired With the Right Treatment Plan Can Have a ‘Medicinal Effect’ for MPNs

July 5th 2022, 3:00pm

Social support and maintaining a positive attitude are crucial when facing a diagnosis of a myeloproliferative neoplasm, according to a caregiver and health care provider.

Science Surrounding MPNs ‘Continues to Evolve at a Rapid Pace’

July 1st 2022, 9:00pm

Dr. John Mascarenhas discusses the progress of the research around myeloproliferative neoplasms , as well as what more efforts are still needed.

An Introduction to the 2021 MPN Heroes®

June 29th 2022, 10:00pm