A recent conference brought together leading clinical and academic experts from The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre, the University of Liverpool and hospitals across the region to offer support and guidance to patients and carers affected by blood cancer.
Building on the success of the September 2024 event that marked 50 years of blood cancer research in Liverpool, organised by consultants at Clatterbridge, this conference provided a valuable opportunity for attendees to share experiences, connect with specialists, and learn about ongoing research.
The all-day event was attended by more than 120 participants and supported of Merseyside Against Blood Cancers (MABC) The Bloom Appeal, North West Cancer Resaerch and the Pilkington Charities' Fund.
The conference began with an emphasis on the importance of research in improving patient outcomes and the value of events like this in promoting patient engagement. The event also featured a session hosted by Roger Phillips, broadcaster and Patron of MABC, during which patients shared their personal experiences with blood cancer.
This was followed by a lunchtime concert by the ‘Singme Merseyside choir,’ conducted by Billy Hui (BEM and Deputy Lieutenant of Merseyside). In the afternoon, breakout sessions on lymphoma, leukaemia, myeloma, cellular therapies, clinical trials, and supportive care gave patients the opportunity to engage with experts in these fields.
Due to the overwhelmingly positive feedback from delegates, the event will now be held annually, with next year’s meeting scheduled for 13 September 2025 to coincide with Blood Cancer Awareness Month.
