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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.

AAMDSIF Upcoming Webinars: August 2019

July 22nd 2019, 10:11pm

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The Aplastic Anemia and MDS International Foundation presents webinars for patients and their loved ones at no charge to participants.

Cancer Survivors and Partial Remission: If Only We Could Freeze Time

July 18th 2019, 8:11pm

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There are times in our cancer journey – and in life – when we want to “freeze time.” I am only in temporary remission, and eventually will have to go back on chemo again. This time it will likely be a new one with unknown consequences.

Cancer Survivors: Take it Day by Day, Keep Putting One Foot in Front of the Other

July 12th 2019, 10:13pm

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Sometimes all we can do it put one foot in front of the other to keep going.

Cancer Is Trying To Teach Me Patience

July 5th 2019, 11:00pm

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It is difficult to be patient, but cancer is a powerful teacher.

What Is Remission?

June 29th 2019, 4:00pm

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My doctor explained to me I was in what is called “partial remission.” I am well aware that this is temporary, but as I wrote in another article – so is life! While there is no cure for my disease, I choose to appreciate each and every day that I feel good.

AAMDSIF Presents First Lifetime Achievement in Science Award to Dr. Mary Horowitz

June 25th 2019, 12:00am

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The Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation presented its first Lifetime Achievement in Science Award to Mary Horowitz, MD, MS at the Foundation’s 35th Anniversary Luncheon and Awards Program on May 18, 2019. Dr. Horowitz was honored for the significant impact her work has had on stem cell transplant and hematologic malignancy practice worldwide.

AAMDSIF Recorded Webinars: May 2019

May 31st 2019, 12:00am

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The Aplastic Anemia and MDS International Foundation records educational webinars for patients.

Aplastic Anemia and MDS International Foundation to Host Webinar on June 19

May 30th 2019, 9:55pm

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On June 19, the webinar to be presented is “Shared Decision Making - Empowering Patients,” taught by Susan Berg, MS, LGC, from the Center for Shared Decision Making at Dartmouth – Hitchcock.

Early Treatment for Myelodysplastic Syndrome: Many Patients Are Missing Out

January 15th 2019, 10:47pm

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Many patients with myelodysplastic syndrome are not receiving early treatment.

It's an Exciting Time for Myelodysplastic Syndrome

January 11th 2019, 8:29pm

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Learning more about MDS will lead to better diagnostics and more personalized treatments.