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A tale of 2 Toms: Gift of life by stem cell donation, and the inspiration to share the story
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When Rod Neander, of Calgary, Alberta, got to hug the man who saved his life, it was the second young father named Tom in the Manchester, UK area who made a big impact in his blood cancer experience.
Leukemia, Stories, Treatment and side effects, Volunteers
Calgary Connect & Learn in-person event: Community, stories & hope
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On June 5, 2025, more than 80 people living with blood cancers, loved ones, caregivers, and medical professionals—gathered for a heartfelt in-person evening hosted by LLSC in Calgary.
In-person event, Education, Events
Remembering Michael Cobden
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Throughout his life, Michael Cobden was a healthy, active person. As a child he played many sports including rugby, soccer, track and field, tennis and golf, and even into his early 70s he could often be found with his wife Jane on long, brisk walks through Point Pleasant Park…
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Advancing Immunotherapy for Blood Cancers
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This June 2025 recorded webcast features Dr. Natasha Kerke, hematologist and Canadian researcher of CAR T-cell therapy, discussing the latest advances in immunotherapy, including CAR-T and bispecific antibodies.
Research, Treatment and side effects
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Tom's Myelodysplastic Syndrome Experience
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What started as a normal trip to the cottage ended up leading Tom to take a trip to the hospital- where he was diagnosed with myelodysplastic syndrome. Tom shares his blood cancer experience and how learning about his diagnosis, staying positive, and staying active are what…
Myelodysplastic syndromes
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“I'm still here": Living with multiple myeloma for 12 years
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David Johnson, of BC, first diagnosed with the disease in 2012 in his early 50s, has experienced 2 relapses, 2 stem cell transplants, and participated in a clinical trial for CAR T-cell therapy. Dr. Anthony Reiman, medical oncologist in NB, talks about advances in MM treatment.
Myeloma
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Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS): A Conversation with Dr. Rena Buckstein
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Dr. Rena Buckstein from Odette Cancer Centre in Toronto shares the basics of myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) diagnosis, treatment, and side effects.
Myelodysplastic syndromes
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'Getting my husband back': A caregiver's story
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The emotional cost of caregiving when a loved one has a blood cancer is no small matter – as Saskatchewan’s Lori Galbraith can attest. The mother of four was the caregiver of her husband Jim, who was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and underwent a stem cell…
Mental health and wellness