Please take a moment to read the petition request from the Canadian Organization for Rare Disorders below. This petition concerns the PMPRB proposed changes, which would come into effect on July 1, 2020. The closing date for signatures is Wednesday, May 20, 2020. Read More…
Read MoreMyeloma Canada is conducting a survey of “people living with myeloma who have used, or would like to use, daratumumab (Darzalex®) administered by a subcutaneous injection – where a needle is inserted just under the skin - rather than by infusion or intravenous.” Read More…
Read MoreSAMPS is dedicated to providing support and information to myeloma patients as they journey through the various stages of treatment. The unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic has put an incredible stress on many areas of our health care system. Myeloma patients in Southern Alberta are particularly dependent on the Foothills Hospital campus, with the Tom Baker facility acting as the hub of treatment/ongoing care. SAMPS has become aware that the Foothills Hospital has implemented a number of changes to procedure and restrictions. The goal is to reduce community spread of COVID-19, along with protecting patients, staff and visitors alike. Read More…
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