Publish date: 28 June 2021
A myeloma patient has spoken about his treatment and the support group he formed to help others with the plasma cell cancer.
David Simister, from Southport, was diagnosed with myeloma in 2013 and had radiotherapy at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre as part of his initial treatment. Myeloma (plasma cell cancer) can be treated but is generally not curable.
David used Myelmoa Awareness Week to talk about his experiences and what has helped him in a video.
Click here to watch it.
David founded West Lancs and Merseyside Myeloma Support Group, which covers the area north of Chester, south of Preston and west of the M6 and you can find it online here.
Formed in January 2016, it is a friendly and supportive group for patients, carers and all those affected by myeloma. It meets on the first Tuesday of every month at 2pm.
The support group is very informal and based around coffee and chat. During the year, it provides regular feedback on myeloma-related activities, have occasional invited speakers and raise funds.
Below are the forthcoming meetings:
Tuesday 1 June at 2pm
Tuesday 6 July at 2pm
Tuesday 3 August at 2pm
Tuesday 7 September at 2pm
Tuesday 5 October at 2pm
Tuesday 2 November at 2pm
Tuesday 7 December at 2pm