Russian member reaches hundreds on European Myeloma Day
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To mark European Multiple Myeloma Day, a patient school for people living with multiple myeloma was held on 6 October 2026 at the National Research Center for Hematology and broadcast across Russia.
The event attracted 636 participants, including patients and caregivers from across the country. It was facilitated by Russian member organisation Mercy Bridge and opened and moderated by Elena Parovichnikova, Chief Haematologist of Russia, and focused on some of the most important issues facing people affected by myeloma today. The event also featured a key message from MPE Co-CEO Katie Joyner.
Early diagnosis
Presentations covered the importance of early diagnosis, developments in innovative therapies, and the management of complications associated with multiple myeloma. Participants also had the opportunity to hear directly from leading Russian experts and ask questions about treatment, care and living with the disease.
The event formed part of activities marking European Myeloma Day and aimed to improve patient knowledge, raise awareness of current treatment approaches and strengthen engagement between patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals.
According to the organisers, patients and caregivers responded positively to the programme and expressed interest in participating in future educational events.
