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CURE’s myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) page is an extensive resource of cancer information featuring the latest myelodysplastic syndrome news, expert oncologist insights on the latest cancer treatments, oncology research, advocacy efforts, and medical data on MDS.

Breaking Down the VERIFY Trial for Patients With Polycythemia Vera

June 13th 2025, 8:00pm

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Dr. Aaron Gerds breaks down the outcomes of the phase 3 VERIFY trial, investigating rusfertide, for patients with polycythemia vera, a type of blood cancer.

The Invisibility of Blood Cancers to Others

June 6th 2025, 5:00pm

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I describe what it is like to have an “invisible” cancer.

Cancer Survivors Look Forward, Not Backward

June 2nd 2025, 5:00pm

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As a cancer survivor I explain the importance of looking forward to life.

Taking Charge of My Care and Advocacy Following a Cancer Diagnosis

April 24th 2025, 5:00pm

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After a long battle with illness and seeking many specialists, I emphasize the need to self-advocate for ongoing care following my cancer diagnosis.

Bexmarilimab Plus Vidaza Elicit Responses in Myelodysplastic Syndromes

April 16th 2025, 3:05pm

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Treatment with bexmarilimab and Vidaza elicited high overall response rates in both frontline and relapsed/refractory higher-risk myelodysplastic syndrome.

Sometimes Cancer is a (Welcome) Distraction

April 8th 2025, 5:00pm

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In an upside-down, topsy-turvy world, cancer can be a distraction for us.

EU Approves Rytelo for Transfusion-Dependent Anemia in Low-Risk MDS

March 25th 2025, 9:00pm

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The European Commission has approved Rytelo treatment in transfusion-dependent anemia due to very low–, low– or intermediate-risk myelodysplastic syndrome.

Looking For The Light After MDS

March 6th 2025, 6:00pm

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As a cancer survivor, I talk about where to look for the light when in utter darkness.

Cancer is Hard Enough Without Infections

February 21st 2025, 6:00pm

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As a cancer survivor, I describe battling both cancer and infections and the toll it takes on my body.

Moving Slower and Slower After Myelodysplastic Syndrome

February 12th 2025, 6:00pm

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I have been frustrated lately by my increasing slowness following an blood cancer diagnosis, which has become noticeable to others.