Myeloma Awareness Month

Join us in raising awareness for myeloma!

Throughout March, Myeloma Patients Europe (MPE) is dedicating this month to raising awareness, sharing patient experiences and providing expert insights on living with myeloma.

On this page you’ll find, patient and carers stories: real experiences from people affected by myeloma.

 

Faces of myeloma

Sandra and family

#FacesOfMyeloma:

Sandra has learned to listen to her body and manage her health carefully

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Sandra's outlook is one of hard-won gratitude: myeloma has shifted her priorities and deepened her appreciation for everyday life.
Click here to read her story
Maria

#FacesOfMyeloma:

Maria’s story of resilience, ownership, and hope

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Diagnosed with high-risk myeloma at 64, Sandra chose to take an active, holistic approach, closely monitoring her blood results and adapting her nutrition and lifestyle in response.
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Kayleigh 2

#FacesOfMyeloma:

Kayleigh shares her experience of transitioning from wife to carer

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Kayleigh and her husband both work in Basingstoke, UK and she now runs a support group for carers and family members and does lots of advocacy work for patients and carers of myeloma.
Click here to read her story
Zvika

#FacesOfMyeloma:

Zvika, from Israel has found meaning beyond his diagnosis

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Zvika experienced a wide variety of treatments from clinical trials to a stem cell transplant and emerged with unexpected insights about what truly matters.
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Wouter Rutten myeloma patient

#FacesOfMyeloma:

a story of hope and adaptation with Wouter
After his myeloma diagnosis in 2024, Wouter faced immense challenges, from physical pain to adapting to a new way of life. In this #FacesOfMyeloma story, he shares how mindfulness, lifestyle changes and community support have helped him navigate his journey with resilience and hope.
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Sandra myeloma patient

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Maureen’s path to living well with myeloma
In this #FacesOfMyeloma story, Maureen shares how positivity, nature and patient advocacy have helped her embrace life, stay informed and celebrate every moment while living with myeloma.
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Ritva Lavinto myeloma patient

#FacesOfMyeloma:

learning to live fully with myeloma with Ritva
After her myeloma diagnosis, Ritva found strength in movement, mindfulness and the support of loved ones. In this #FacesOfMyeloma story, she shares how walking, meditation, and gratitude have helped her navigate life with myeloma.
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AriunSanaa Baatar myeloma patient carer

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Ariunsanaa’s lessons from caring for a loved one
When Ariunsanaa’s mother was diagnosed with myeloma, she faced the challenges of caregiving from afar. In this #FacesOfMyeloma story, she shares how seeking support, delegating tasks, and prioritizing self-care helped her navigate this emotional journey.
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Ask the expert Q&A | Living well with myeloma

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Watch the “Ask the Expert Q&A | Living well with myeloma” where Ellen Watters, Myeloma Information Specialist, Myeloma UK, responds to the main questions sent by myeloma patients during Myeloma Awareness Month 2025.