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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.

The Start of 2022 Sucked, But I'm Slowly Getting 'Back in the Race'

April 14th 2022, 5:00pm

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Early 2022 was difficult for me, with the death of my dog and some difficult cancer-related situations, but thankfully, I know wonderful people who helped pull me out of my slump.

FDA Halts Several Studies Examining Magrolimab-Onureg Combo Across Multiple Cancer Types Due to Serious Side Effects

January 28th 2022, 2:00pm

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All clinical trials investigating the combination of magrolimab and the chemotherapy Onureg have been paused due to unforeseen serious side effects experienced by patients with various blood cancers receiving the treatment.

mRNA COVID-19 Vaccination Sparks Strong Antibody Response in Patients With AML and MDS

December 13th 2021, 9:00pm

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Most patients with acute myeloid leukemia and myelodysplastic syndrome achieved strong antibody responses to COVID-19 vaccination, according to recent study results.

There’s Always Hope After an ‘Incurable’ Cancer Diagnosis, Thanks to Devoted Researchers

November 18th 2021, 6:00pm

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A cancer survivor explains how the new treatments coming out for all types of cancer give her hope. “If we are diagnosed today, a cure or remission may come out next week or next month, or next year to give us additional time to live,” she writes.

Phase 2 Trial Initiated for Second Line Treatment of AML and MDS

November 18th 2021, 12:00am

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A phase 2 trial of aspacytarabine (BST-236) was initiated in patients with AML and MDS.

Cancer Survivors Are All on a Journey

September 30th 2021, 5:00pm

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A cancer survivor explains why each person experiences cancer differently – from side effects to treatments and more.

In the Mist of My Fear: Experiences With MDS

August 10th 2021, 1:30pm

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A patient with MDS writes about facing fears during the treatment journey.

The Basics of MDS: Diagnosis and Staging

August 4th 2021, 9:00pm

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How are myelodysplastic syndromes diagnosed and staged? What causes them? An expert from Moffit Cancer Center offers insight.

FDA Grants Venclexta/Onureg a Breakthrough Therapy Designation for Untreated MDS

July 22nd 2021, 12:00am

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The FDA will expedite the development and review of the drug combination to treat untreated intermediate- high- and very high-risk myelodysplastic syndrome.

Vidaza With Novel Drug Shows Improvement for Myelodysplastic Syndromes With Genetic Mutations and Acute Myeloid Leukemia

April 2nd 2021, 9:00pm

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Previously, Vidaza alone showed poor response rates for patients with TP53-mutated, myelodysplastic syndromes and acute myeloid leukemia, but adding the novel agent eprenetapopt improved response rates and overall survival in this patient population.