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Blood Cancer UK is a community dedicated to beating blood cancer by funding research and supporting those affected. WHAT IS BLOOD CANCER? What is blood cancer? We're here for you if you want to talk. 0808 2080 888. support@bloodcancer.org.uk. Blood cancer is a type of cancer that affects your blood cells. Over 40,000 people are diagnosed with a blood cancer each year in the UK, and over 250,000 people are currently living with blood cancer. COVID VACCINE: SHOULD PEOPLE WITH BLOOD CANCER GET AN An antibody test detects small proteins, called antibodies, in the blood that are produced either in response to infection, or as a result of vaccination. We produce antibodies regularly, as they help fight off viruses, bacteria and other foreign organisms that don’t belong in our body. Importantly, antibodies are involved in fighting

off

BLOOD CANCER TREATMENT Blood cancer: treatment aims. For many people the aim of treatment is to cure cancer. It’s also possible to have partial remission, when there are only small numbers of cancer cells left in the body.

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The research looks at vaccine response in 205 people who received the Pfizer vaccine. Of these, 151 had cancer and 56 had blood cancer. These are very small numbers, but to give you an idea of how small it’s worth mentioning that within those 56 people are a vast spread of different diseases. JUST DIAGNOSED WITH BLOOD CANCER You can call or email our Support Services Team on 0808 2080 888 or support@bloodcancer.org.uk, Monday to Friday 10am–7pm, and Saturday and Sunday 10am–1pm. Or leave a message and we'll get back to you. I have had some lovely chats with the Blood

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Prior to joining Blood Cancer UK, Helen worked at a senior level in the NHS leading the development of digital services for patients, including nhs.uk. Throughout her career in health, she’s worked to use technology and data to make people’s lives easier and make the complex more simple. Follow Helen on Twitter @rowntron. BLOOD CANCER UK INTRODUCTION TO HAEMATO-ONCOLOGY NURSING Introduction to Haemato-Oncology Nursing. An eLearning course for ward nurses and new starters on the haematology ward on basic haemato-oncological concepts to support a foundation of nursing practice for caring for blood cancer patients. This programme has been accredited by the RCN Centre for Professional Accreditation until

August 1st 2021.

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Cycle 300 miles this May and complete the distance from London to Paris. Join the Blood Cancer UK virtual peloton and rack up the miles at your own pace and at your own time, – indoors, with cycling apps like Zwift or Peloton, or outdoors through your local area. Earn a medal at the end of the challenge when you raise £100, and hit £300 EATING WELL WITH NEUTROPENIA A list of references used in this booklet is available on request. Please email us at information@bloodcancer.org.uk Disclaimer We make every effort to make sure that the information in this booklet is

accurate,

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Blood Cancer UK is a community dedicated to beating blood cancer by funding research and supporting those affected. WHAT IS BLOOD CANCER? What is blood cancer? We're here for you if you want to talk. 0808 2080 888. support@bloodcancer.org.uk. Blood cancer is a type of cancer that affects your blood cells. Over 40,000 people are diagnosed with a blood cancer each year in the UK, and over 250,000 people are currently living with blood cancer. COVID VACCINE: SHOULD PEOPLE WITH BLOOD CANCER GET AN An antibody test detects small proteins, called antibodies, in the blood that are produced either in response to infection, or as a result of vaccination. We produce antibodies regularly, as they help fight off viruses, bacteria and other foreign organisms that don’t belong in our body. Importantly, antibodies are involved in fighting

off

BLOOD CANCER TREATMENT Blood cancer: treatment aims. For many people the aim of treatment is to cure cancer. It’s also possible to have partial remission, when there are only small numbers of cancer cells left in the body.

BLOOD CANCER UK

The research looks at vaccine response in 205 people who received the Pfizer vaccine. Of these, 151 had cancer and 56 had blood cancer. These are very small numbers, but to give you an idea of how small it’s worth mentioning that within those 56 people are a vast spread of different diseases. JUST DIAGNOSED WITH BLOOD CANCER You can call or email our Support Services Team on 0808 2080 888 or support@bloodcancer.org.uk, Monday to Friday 10am–7pm, and Saturday and Sunday 10am–1pm. Or leave a message and we'll get back to you. I have had some lovely chats with the Blood

OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM

Prior to joining Blood Cancer UK, Helen worked at a senior level in the NHS leading the development of digital services for patients, including nhs.uk. Throughout her career in health, she’s worked to use technology and data to make people’s lives easier and make the complex more simple. Follow Helen on Twitter @rowntron. BLOOD CANCER UK INTRODUCTION TO HAEMATO-ONCOLOGY NURSING Introduction to Haemato-Oncology Nursing. An eLearning course for ward nurses and new starters on the haematology ward on basic haemato-oncological concepts to support a foundation of nursing practice for caring for blood cancer patients. This programme has been accredited by the RCN Centre for Professional Accreditation until

August 1st 2021.

BLOOD CANCER UK

Cycle 300 miles this May and complete the distance from London to Paris. Join the Blood Cancer UK virtual peloton and rack up the miles at your own pace and at your own time, – indoors, with cycling apps like Zwift or Peloton, or outdoors through your local area. Earn a medal at the end of the challenge when you raise £100, and hit £300 EATING WELL WITH NEUTROPENIA A list of references used in this booklet is available on request. Please email us at information@bloodcancer.org.uk Disclaimer We make every effort to make sure that the information in this booklet is

accurate,

BLOOD CANCER SYMPTOMS AND SIGNS Blood cancer symptoms include: Weight loss that is unexplained. Bruising or bleeding that is unexplained. Lumps or swellings. Shortness of breath (breathlessness) Drenching night sweats. Infections that are persistent, recurrent or severe. Fever (38°C or above) that is unexplained. BLOOD CANCER TYPES EXPLAINED Blood cancer types. Leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma, MDS or any other blood cancer. Find out what it is, symptoms, treatment and prognosis. COVID VACCINE FOR PEOPLE WITH BLOOD CANCER Household contacts of immunosuppressed people (if you live with someone with blood cancer) On 29 March 2021, the JCVI recommended that household contacts of people who are severely immunosuppressed get a covid vaccine in priority group 6, along with unpaid carers and people with underlying health conditions. BLOOD CANCER TREATMENT TYPES Blood cancer treatment types. We're here for you if you want to talk. 0808 2080 888. support@bloodcancer.org.uk. There are a range of different treatments for blood cancer. The treatment your doctors recommend will depend on the type of blood cancer you have, your health, and your wishes. You might have one type of treatment or a

number of them.

BLOOD CANCER UK

Blood Cancer UK - Together we can beat blood cancer. What do covid antibody test results mean for people with blood cancer? 7th Jun 2021 - Rachel Kahn Many of our community have had an antibody test following their covid vaccine to understand what kind of response

they’ve had.

MYELOMA TESTS FOR DIAGNOSIS A full blood count (FBC) is a simple blood test which measures the number of each type of cell in your blood, including plasma cells. Most people with myeloma don’t have plasma cells in their blood, but if they do appear outside the bone marrow it may change your diagnosis to a related condition called plasma cell leukaemia. FREE ONLINE COURSE TO HAEMATO-ONCOLOGY NURSING The eight RCN Principles of Nursing Practice can be applied to this learning resource. These include: Principle A – providing holistic care in a way that respects all people equally.; Principle C – managing risk and safety for people who are receiving care in healthcare settings.; Principle F – having up-to-date knowledge and skills.; Principle G – working with the multi-disciplinary

FOLLICULAR LYMPHOMA

Follicular lymphoma is the most common type of of low-grade non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL). It develops when white blood cells cluster together to form lumps in your lymph glands or organs. There are two main types of lymphoma: Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Non-Hodgkin lymphoma can be fast growing (high grade) or slow growing

(low grade).

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The King's College London and Francis Crick Institute research team have published the first research into vaccine efficacy in people with cancer. “This study highlights why it is so important to focus on vaccine effectiveness in people with blood cancer, but it does not tell us what factors predict if someone with blood cancer is likely to BLOOD CANCER UK INTRODUCTION TO HAEMATO-ONCOLOGY NURSING Introduction to Haemato-Oncology Nursing. An eLearning course for ward nurses and new starters on the haematology ward on basic haemato-oncological concepts to support a foundation of nursing practice for caring for blood cancer patients. This programme has been accredited by the RCN Centre for Professional Accreditation until

August 1st 2021.

BLOOD CANCER UK

Blood Cancer UK is a community dedicated to beating blood cancer by funding research and supporting those affected. WHAT IS BLOOD CANCER? What is blood cancer? We're here for you if you want to talk. 0808 2080 888. support@bloodcancer.org.uk. Blood cancer is a type of cancer that affects your blood cells. Over 40,000 people are diagnosed with a blood cancer each year in the UK, and over 250,000 people are currently living with blood cancer. BLOOD CANCER SYMPTOMS AND SIGNS Blood cancer symptoms include: Weight loss that is unexplained. Bruising or bleeding that is unexplained. Lumps or swellings. Shortness of breath (breathlessness) Drenching night sweats. Infections that are persistent, recurrent or severe. Fever (38°C or above) that is unexplained. JUST DIAGNOSED WITH BLOOD CANCER You can call or email our Support Services Team on 0808 2080 888 or support@bloodcancer.org.uk, Monday to Friday 10am–7pm, and Saturday and Sunday 10am–1pm. Or leave a message and we'll get back to you. I have had some lovely chats with the Blood

BLOOD CANCER UK

The research looks at vaccine response in 205 people who received the Pfizer vaccine. Of these, 151 had cancer and 56 had blood cancer. These are very small numbers, but to give you an idea of how small it’s worth mentioning that within those 56 people are a vast spread of different diseases. MYELOMA TESTS FOR DIAGNOSIS A full blood count (FBC) is a simple blood test which measures the number of each type of cell in your blood, including plasma cells. Most people with myeloma don’t have plasma cells in their blood, but if they do appear outside the bone marrow it may change your diagnosis to a related condition called plasma cell leukaemia.

GIVE IN HONOUR

Take on a challenge. Taking on a personal challenge in honour of your loved one is a fantastic way to raise money to beat blood cancer. Wherever you are, and whatever your experience level, our tools and resources will help you find the right event for you to do something extraordinary in celebration of somebody special to you.

FOLLICULAR LYMPHOMA

Follicular lymphoma is the most common type of of low-grade non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL). It develops when white blood cells cluster together to form lumps in your lymph glands or organs. There are two main types of lymphoma: Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Non-Hodgkin lymphoma can be fast growing (high grade) or slow growing

(low grade).

GUIDANCE ON RUNNING A RAFFLE OR SWEEPSTAKE Guidance on how to run a raffle or sweepstake. Raffles and sweepstakes are a great way to boost your fundraising and can generate funds with minimal costs. Raffles and sweepstakes are some of the most regulated forms of fundraising, so we’ve created this handy guide to help you make sure that your fundraising is safe and legal. BLOOD CANCER UK INTRODUCTION TO HAEMATO-ONCOLOGY NURSINGBLOOD CANCER UKBLOOD ON MY HANDS MEANING Introduction to Haemato-Oncology Nursing. An eLearning course for ward nurses and new starters on the haematology ward on basic haemato-oncological concepts to support a foundation of nursing practice for caring for blood cancer patients. This programme has been accredited by the RCN Centre for Professional Accreditation until

August 1st 2021.

BLOOD CANCER UK

Blood Cancer UK is a community dedicated to beating blood cancer by funding research and supporting those affected. WHAT IS BLOOD CANCER? What is blood cancer? We're here for you if you want to talk. 0808 2080 888. support@bloodcancer.org.uk. Blood cancer is a type of cancer that affects your blood cells. Over 40,000 people are diagnosed with a blood cancer each year in the UK, and over 250,000 people are currently living with blood cancer. BLOOD CANCER SYMPTOMS AND SIGNS Blood cancer symptoms include: Weight loss that is unexplained. Bruising or bleeding that is unexplained. Lumps or swellings. Shortness of breath (breathlessness) Drenching night sweats. Infections that are persistent, recurrent or severe. Fever (38°C or above) that is unexplained. JUST DIAGNOSED WITH BLOOD CANCER You can call or email our Support Services Team on 0808 2080 888 or support@bloodcancer.org.uk, Monday to Friday 10am–7pm, and Saturday and Sunday 10am–1pm. Or leave a message and we'll get back to you. I have had some lovely chats with the Blood

BLOOD CANCER UK

The research looks at vaccine response in 205 people who received the Pfizer vaccine. Of these, 151 had cancer and 56 had blood cancer. These are very small numbers, but to give you an idea of how small it’s worth mentioning that within those 56 people are a vast spread of different diseases. MYELOMA TESTS FOR DIAGNOSIS A full blood count (FBC) is a simple blood test which measures the number of each type of cell in your blood, including plasma cells. Most people with myeloma don’t have plasma cells in their blood, but if they do appear outside the bone marrow it may change your diagnosis to a related condition called plasma cell leukaemia.

GIVE IN HONOUR

Take on a challenge. Taking on a personal challenge in honour of your loved one is a fantastic way to raise money to beat blood cancer. Wherever you are, and whatever your experience level, our tools and resources will help you find the right event for you to do something extraordinary in celebration of somebody special to you.

FOLLICULAR LYMPHOMA

Follicular lymphoma is the most common type of of low-grade non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL). It develops when white blood cells cluster together to form lumps in your lymph glands or organs. There are two main types of lymphoma: Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Non-Hodgkin lymphoma can be fast growing (high grade) or slow growing

(low grade).

GUIDANCE ON RUNNING A RAFFLE OR SWEEPSTAKE Guidance on how to run a raffle or sweepstake. Raffles and sweepstakes are a great way to boost your fundraising and can generate funds with minimal costs. Raffles and sweepstakes are some of the most regulated forms of fundraising, so we’ve created this handy guide to help you make sure that your fundraising is safe and legal. BLOOD CANCER UK INTRODUCTION TO HAEMATO-ONCOLOGY NURSINGBLOOD CANCER UKBLOOD ON MY HANDS MEANING Introduction to Haemato-Oncology Nursing. An eLearning course for ward nurses and new starters on the haematology ward on basic haemato-oncological concepts to support a foundation of nursing practice for caring for blood cancer patients. This programme has been accredited by the RCN Centre for Professional Accreditation until

August 1st 2021.

BLOOD CANCER SYMPTOMS AND SIGNS Blood cancer symptoms include: Weight loss that is unexplained. Bruising or bleeding that is unexplained. Lumps or swellings. Shortness of breath (breathlessness) Drenching night sweats. Infections that are persistent, recurrent or severe. Fever (38°C or above) that is unexplained. BLOOD CANCER TREATMENT TYPES Blood cancer treatment types. We're here for you if you want to talk. 0808 2080 888. support@bloodcancer.org.uk. There are a range of different treatments for blood cancer. The treatment your doctors recommend will depend on the type of blood cancer you have, your health, and your wishes. You might have one type of treatment or a

number of them.

BLOOD CANCER TREATMENT Blood cancer: treatment aims. For many people the aim of treatment is to cure cancer. It’s also possible to have partial remission, when there are only small numbers of cancer cells left in the body.

BLOOD CANCER UK

Blood Cancer UK - Together we can beat blood cancer. What do covid antibody test results mean for people with blood cancer? 7th Jun 2021 - Rachel Kahn Many of our community have had an antibody test following their covid vaccine to understand what kind of response

they’ve had.

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The research looks at vaccine response in 205 people who received the Pfizer vaccine. Of these, 151 had cancer and 56 had blood cancer. These are very small numbers, but to give you an idea of how small it’s worth mentioning that within those 56 people are a vast spread of different diseases. COVID VACCINE EFFICACY AND BLOOD CANCER The study has however been through scientific peer review at Lancet Oncology. The study found that three weeks after a first dose of the Pfizer vaccine, an antibody response was only seen in 13% of people with blood cancer (compared with 39% of people with solid cancers and 97% of people without cancer). A T cell response was seen in 50% of THE CORONAVIRUS VACCINE: WHAT PEOPLE WITH BLOOD CANCER The coronavirus vaccine: what you need to know. We explain what we know about the potential vaccines and what they could mean for people with blood cancer. Results from clinical trials of several coronavirus vaccines have been heavily reported in the media over the last few weeks. Although the results haven’t yet been formally published in MYELOMA | BLOOD CANCER UK Myeloma is a type of blood cancer that affects white blood cells called plasma cells. When you have myeloma, your body finds it hard to fight off infections. Plasma cells are a type of white blood cell that produces antibodies, which fight infections in your body.

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Cycle 300 miles this May and complete the distance from London to Paris. Join the Blood Cancer UK virtual peloton and rack up the miles at your own pace and at your own time, – indoors, with cycling apps like Zwift or Peloton, or outdoors through your local area. Earn a medal at the end of the challenge when you raise £100, and hit £300

BLOOD CANCER UK

Blood Cancer UK is a community dedicated to beating blood cancer by funding research and supporting those affected. WHAT IS BLOOD CANCER? What is blood cancer? We're here for you if you want to talk. 0808 2080 888. support@bloodcancer.org.uk. Blood cancer is a type of cancer that affects your blood cells. Over 40,000 people are diagnosed with a blood cancer each year in the UK, and over 250,000 people are currently living with blood cancer. BLOOD CANCER SYMPTOMS AND SIGNS Blood cancer symptoms include: Weight loss that is unexplained. Bruising or bleeding that is unexplained. Lumps or swellings. Shortness of breath (breathlessness) Drenching night sweats. Infections that are persistent, recurrent or severe. Fever (38°C or above) that is unexplained. JUST DIAGNOSED WITH BLOOD CANCER You can call or email our Support Services Team on 0808 2080 888 or support@bloodcancer.org.uk, Monday to Friday 10am–7pm, and Saturday and Sunday 10am–1pm. Or leave a message and we'll get back to you. I have had some lovely chats with the Blood

BLOOD CANCER UK

The research looks at vaccine response in 205 people who received the Pfizer vaccine. Of these, 151 had cancer and 56 had blood cancer. These are very small numbers, but to give you an idea of how small it’s worth mentioning that within those 56 people are a vast spread of different diseases. MYELOMA TESTS FOR DIAGNOSIS A full blood count (FBC) is a simple blood test which measures the number of each type of cell in your blood, including plasma cells. Most people with myeloma don’t have plasma cells in their blood, but if they do appear outside the bone marrow it may change your diagnosis to a related condition called plasma cell leukaemia.

GIVE IN HONOUR

Take on a challenge. Taking on a personal challenge in honour of your loved one is a fantastic way to raise money to beat blood cancer. Wherever you are, and whatever your experience level, our tools and resources will help you find the right event for you to do something extraordinary in celebration of somebody special to you.

FOLLICULAR LYMPHOMA

Follicular lymphoma is the most common type of of low-grade non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL). It develops when white blood cells cluster together to form lumps in your lymph glands or organs. There are two main types of lymphoma: Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Non-Hodgkin lymphoma can be fast growing (high grade) or slow growing

(low grade).

GUIDANCE ON RUNNING A RAFFLE OR SWEEPSTAKE Guidance on how to run a raffle or sweepstake. Raffles and sweepstakes are a great way to boost your fundraising and can generate funds with minimal costs. Raffles and sweepstakes are some of the most regulated forms of fundraising, so we’ve created this handy guide to help you make sure that your fundraising is safe and legal. BLOOD CANCER UK INTRODUCTION TO HAEMATO-ONCOLOGY NURSINGBLOOD CANCER UKBLOOD ON MY HANDS MEANING Introduction to Haemato-Oncology Nursing. An eLearning course for ward nurses and new starters on the haematology ward on basic haemato-oncological concepts to support a foundation of nursing practice for caring for blood cancer patients. This programme has been accredited by the RCN Centre for Professional Accreditation until

August 1st 2021.

BLOOD CANCER UK

Blood Cancer UK is a community dedicated to beating blood cancer by funding research and supporting those affected. WHAT IS BLOOD CANCER? What is blood cancer? We're here for you if you want to talk. 0808 2080 888. support@bloodcancer.org.uk. Blood cancer is a type of cancer that affects your blood cells. Over 40,000 people are diagnosed with a blood cancer each year in the UK, and over 250,000 people are currently living with blood cancer. BLOOD CANCER SYMPTOMS AND SIGNS Blood cancer symptoms include: Weight loss that is unexplained. Bruising or bleeding that is unexplained. Lumps or swellings. Shortness of breath (breathlessness) Drenching night sweats. Infections that are persistent, recurrent or severe. Fever (38°C or above) that is unexplained. JUST DIAGNOSED WITH BLOOD CANCER You can call or email our Support Services Team on 0808 2080 888 or support@bloodcancer.org.uk, Monday to Friday 10am–7pm, and Saturday and Sunday 10am–1pm. Or leave a message and we'll get back to you. I have had some lovely chats with the Blood

BLOOD CANCER UK

The research looks at vaccine response in 205 people who received the Pfizer vaccine. Of these, 151 had cancer and 56 had blood cancer. These are very small numbers, but to give you an idea of how small it’s worth mentioning that within those 56 people are a vast spread of different diseases. MYELOMA TESTS FOR DIAGNOSIS A full blood count (FBC) is a simple blood test which measures the number of each type of cell in your blood, including plasma cells. Most people with myeloma don’t have plasma cells in their blood, but if they do appear outside the bone marrow it may change your diagnosis to a related condition called plasma cell leukaemia.

GIVE IN HONOUR

Take on a challenge. Taking on a personal challenge in honour of your loved one is a fantastic way to raise money to beat blood cancer. Wherever you are, and whatever your experience level, our tools and resources will help you find the right event for you to do something extraordinary in celebration of somebody special to you.

FOLLICULAR LYMPHOMA

Follicular lymphoma is the most common type of of low-grade non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL). It develops when white blood cells cluster together to form lumps in your lymph glands or organs. There are two main types of lymphoma: Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Non-Hodgkin lymphoma can be fast growing (high grade) or slow growing

(low grade).

GUIDANCE ON RUNNING A RAFFLE OR SWEEPSTAKE Guidance on how to run a raffle or sweepstake. Raffles and sweepstakes are a great way to boost your fundraising and can generate funds with minimal costs. Raffles and sweepstakes are some of the most regulated forms of fundraising, so we’ve created this handy guide to help you make sure that your fundraising is safe and legal. BLOOD CANCER UK INTRODUCTION TO HAEMATO-ONCOLOGY NURSINGBLOOD CANCER UKBLOOD ON MY HANDS MEANING Introduction to Haemato-Oncology Nursing. An eLearning course for ward nurses and new starters on the haematology ward on basic haemato-oncological concepts to support a foundation of nursing practice for caring for blood cancer patients. This programme has been accredited by the RCN Centre for Professional Accreditation until

August 1st 2021.

BLOOD CANCER SYMPTOMS AND SIGNS Blood cancer symptoms include: Weight loss that is unexplained. Bruising or bleeding that is unexplained. Lumps or swellings. Shortness of breath (breathlessness) Drenching night sweats. Infections that are persistent, recurrent or severe. Fever (38°C or above) that is unexplained. BLOOD CANCER TREATMENT TYPES Blood cancer treatment types. We're here for you if you want to talk. 0808 2080 888. support@bloodcancer.org.uk. There are a range of different treatments for blood cancer. The treatment your doctors recommend will depend on the type of blood cancer you have, your health, and your wishes. You might have one type of treatment or a

number of them.

BLOOD CANCER TREATMENT Blood cancer: treatment aims. For many people the aim of treatment is to cure cancer. It’s also possible to have partial remission, when there are only small numbers of cancer cells left in the body.

BLOOD CANCER UK

Blood Cancer UK - Together we can beat blood cancer. What do covid antibody test results mean for people with blood cancer? 7th Jun 2021 - Rachel Kahn Many of our community have had an antibody test following their covid vaccine to understand what kind of response

they’ve had.

BLOOD CANCER UK

The research looks at vaccine response in 205 people who received the Pfizer vaccine. Of these, 151 had cancer and 56 had blood cancer. These are very small numbers, but to give you an idea of how small it’s worth mentioning that within those 56 people are a vast spread of different diseases. COVID VACCINE EFFICACY AND BLOOD CANCER The study has however been through scientific peer review at Lancet Oncology. The study found that three weeks after a first dose of the Pfizer vaccine, an antibody response was only seen in 13% of people with blood cancer (compared with 39% of people with solid cancers and 97% of people without cancer). A T cell response was seen in 50% of THE CORONAVIRUS VACCINE: WHAT PEOPLE WITH BLOOD CANCER The coronavirus vaccine: what you need to know. We explain what we know about the potential vaccines and what they could mean for people with blood cancer. Results from clinical trials of several coronavirus vaccines have been heavily reported in the media over the last few weeks. Although the results haven’t yet been formally published in MYELOMA | BLOOD CANCER UK Myeloma is a type of blood cancer that affects white blood cells called plasma cells. When you have myeloma, your body finds it hard to fight off infections. Plasma cells are a type of white blood cell that produces antibodies, which fight infections in your body.

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Cycle 300 miles this May and complete the distance from London to Paris. Join the Blood Cancer UK virtual peloton and rack up the miles at your own pace and at your own time, – indoors, with cycling apps like Zwift or Peloton, or outdoors through your local area. Earn a medal at the end of the challenge when you raise £100, and hit £300 � Skip to main content

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