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December 07, 2024
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Higher ferritin threshold cost-effective for diagnosing, treating iron deficiency

Higher ferritin threshold cost-effective for diagnosing, treating iron deficiency

SAN DIEGO — A higher ferritin threshold than that used by WHO and CDC is cost-effective for identifying and treating women with iron deficiency, according to study results presented at ASH Annual Meeting and Exposition.

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December 07, 2024
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Higher fiber intake improves survival, reduces GVHD after HSCT

Higher fiber intake improves survival, reduces GVHD after HSCT

SAN DIEGO — Increased fiber intake after allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation appeared linked to improved outcomes, according to study results presented at ASH Annual Meeting and Exposition.

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December 07, 2024
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ASH presents honorific awards to ‘visionary’ hematologists

ASH presents honorific awards to ‘visionary’ hematologists

Several hematologists will be honored during this year’s ASH Annual Meeting.

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November 14, 2024
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ASH recognizes Judith Kleinerman, MD, with Exemplary Service Award

ASH recognizes Judith Kleinerman, MD, with Exemplary Service Award

ASH will honor Judith Kleinerman, MD, with the 2024 ASH Exemplary Service Award during the ASH Annual Meeting.

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July 24, 2024
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Study of medical mistrust a 'crucial first step' to improving equitable access to care

Study of medical mistrust a 'crucial first step' to improving equitable access to care

Medical mistrust continues to be a major issue in the care of patients with multiple myeloma — particularly among Black individuals according to findings published in Cancer Medicine.

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February 16, 2024
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ASH president aims to strengthen hematology workforce, address global challenges

ASH president aims to strengthen hematology workforce, address global challenges

Mohandas Narla, DSc, may hold the title of American Society of Hematology president, but his focus for the next several months will extend far beyond this country’s borders.

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February 14, 2024
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Language minimizing adverse events in abstracts ‘harmful,’ can affect patient care

Language minimizing adverse events in abstracts ‘harmful,’ can affect patient care

Use of subjective minimizing terminology, such as “safe” and “tolerable,” when discussing treatment-related toxicities occurs frequently at oncology and hematology conferences, according to a study published in Journal of Cancer Policy.

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January 16, 2024
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Early-phase CAR-T for multiple myeloma shows ‘amazing’ safety, ‘encouraging’ efficacy

Early-phase CAR-T for multiple myeloma shows ‘amazing’ safety, ‘encouraging’ efficacy

Results of a phase 1 trial for chimeric antigen receptor T cells targeting an orphan receptor in patients with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma “thrilled” researchers, based on data presented at ASH Annual Meeting and Exhibition.

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January 10, 2024
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As CAR-T emerges, stem cell transplants for lymphoma in ‘marked decline’

As CAR-T emerges, stem cell transplants for lymphoma in ‘marked decline’

SAN DIEGO — The volume of hematopoietic stem cell transplantation procedures for advanced diffuse large B-cell lymphoma has declined precipitously since 2019, study results presented at ASH Annual Meeting and Exhibition showed.

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January 04, 2024
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CAR-T vs. bispecifics for lymphoma: Using the evidence to sequence treatments

CAR-T vs. bispecifics for lymphoma: Using the evidence to sequence treatments

Curative potential at a longer follow-up, logistics and patient risk and eligibility are all important considerations when sequencing bispecific antibodies and chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy for advanced large B-cell lymphoma.

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