The Flu and COVID-19 vaccine programmes will start earlier than planned this year, on September 11th, because of the emergence of a new COVID-19 variant, BA.2.86. Those who fall into higher-risk groups are being encouraged to take up the jab as soon as they’re invited.

Get involved and support MDS World Awareness day on October 25th 2023 on behalf of MDS patients globally! There are lots of ways you can show your support; whether it’s wearing one of our T-shirts for the day, sharing vital information about MDS signs and symptoms through social media, or by donating to MDS UK.  Whatever you can do will go towards improving the lives of MDS patients worldwide.

Neutropenic sepsis is a life-threatening condition that needs urgent treatment. If you or your caregiver suspect Neutropenic Sepsis, contact your medical team for advice. If it is out-of-hours, treat it as an medical emergency and call 999 immediately. Read the signs and symptoms here. Even very slight symptoms may require urgent treatment and must not be ignored as infections can develop rapidly.

Dr Beth Payne is a consultant haematologist at UCLH who specialises in the treatment of MDS and bone marrow failure. This is a recording of a Zoom presentation she gave to the MDS UK Patient Support Group called ‘Latest developments in MDS diagnostics & treatments’ in July 2023.

The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) has announced the eligibility criteria for who can receive a COVID-19 booster vaccine in Autumn 2023. Find out which groups are eligible.

On the 5th August 2023 Joe will be attempting an utterly awesome challenge, the North Downs Way 100, a 103 mile (yes 103 mile, 167km!) ultramarathon to raise awareness of and money for MDS UK. Please Donate to support Joe Thomas in his incredible ultramarathon.

Those of you who have been told you are eligible for Covid treatments, should you test positive for Covid, should have received a recent NHS notification from Sir Stephen Powis […]

Dr Daniel Wiseman is an Honorary Consultant Haematologist at The Christie, NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester, and has great expertise in treating patients with CMML (Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia). This is a recording of a Zoom presentation he gave to the MDS UK Patient Support Group called  ‘Perspectives on CMML: Diagnosis & Treatment.’  Following the presentation, there are Q&As between Dr. Wiseman and a group of patients. 

We host online Patient Support Meetings and Specialist Speaker Meetings with leading experts in MDS and CMML. With the transition to Zoom, we know that some people may need help adapting to this technology. That’s why we’ve linked up with AbilityNet, a charity that provides IT support and guidance, including support with Zoom. Find out more.