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Myeloma Awareness Month 2025

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.

This year’s theme:  living well with myeloma.

What you will find on this page:

✅ Patient and carers stories: real experiences from people affected by myeloma.
✅ Ask the Expert Q&A: submit your questions to a Ellen Watters, Myeloma Information Specialist, Myeloma UK.

Faces of myeloma

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.
Click here to read his story
Maureen Martin myeloma patient

#FacesOfMyeloma:

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.
Click here to read his story
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.
Click here to read his story
AriunSanaa Baatar, myeloma patient carer

#FacesOfMyeloma:

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.
Click here to read his story

Ask the expert: submit your question

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Do you have a question about living well with myeloma? Our Ask the Expert session gives you the opportunity to have your questions answered by Ellen Watters, Myeloma Information Specialist, Myeloma UK.

Submit your question below before 20 March and we will share answers during our virtual Q&A session.