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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.

Prevymis Approved to Prevent Virus in Patients Receiving Stem Cell Transplants

November 9th 2017, 7:54pm

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Prevyis (letermovir) was granted approval by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to prevent cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection in adult CMV-seropositive patients treated with an allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT). The result is based on a significant reduction in CMV infection rates in a phase 3 study.

With Cancer, There Is Always Hope

November 8th 2017, 7:09pm

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A cancer survivor talks about the importance of hope, inspired by her reading of Viktor Frankl's Man's Search for Meaning, which analyzes the psychological strength of Holocaust survivors.

My Cancer Family

November 6th 2017, 9:01am

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A cancer survivor describes all the wonderful people she has met on her arduous journey and what they mean to her.

I Am More Than My Cancer

October 19th 2017, 7:17am

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Sometimes we can be regarded as being obsessed with cancer, but every single cancer survivor is more than that, and hold important roles in our lives to play.

So You Have Cancer, Eat the Donut

September 26th 2017, 5:45am

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Cancer survivors generally work very hard to be healthy after a diagnosis. This article gives permission to enjoy life and have a balanced attitude toward healthy living.

Cancer, One Step at a Time

September 21st 2017, 6:58am

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How one cancer survivor attempts to cope with the reality of having chemo for the rest of her life.

Why Blood Counts Matter in Myelodysplastic Syndrome

September 15th 2017, 9:42pm

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Injured DNA can hide damaged blood cells in myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS).

Chemo Fog Is Real and Scary

September 1st 2017, 5:54am

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Chemo fog, or chemo brain, is a very real phenomena that cancer survivors need to be knowledgeable about. This describes the journey of one survivor.

Collaboration Is Key in MDS Research

August 24th 2017, 4:53pm

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CURE spoke with Rami S. Komrokji, M.D. about collaborative efforts that will lead to new advances in the treatment of myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS).

Tips for Battling Cancer

August 17th 2017, 12:01am

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