What Really Causes Multiple Myeloma? What Doctors Know So Far in 60 Seconds скачать в хорошем качестве

What Really Causes Multiple Myeloma? What Doctors Know So Far in 60 Seconds

Why do some people develop multiple myeloma while others don’t? In this 60-second video, Dr. Joseph Mikhael, Chief Medical Officer of the International Myeloma Foundation, breaks down the top risk factors for multiple myeloma—including race, obesity, and environmental exposures like Agent Orange. While the exact cause remains unknown in most cases, some groups—such as Black/African American individuals and those with high BMI—face higher risks. Dr. Mikhael explains what science currently understands and why more research and screening may help change the future of this disease. Learn more about myeloma risk factors, symptoms, and treatment at: https://myeloma.org Have questions about your diagnosis or a loved one’s? Contact our InfoLine by phone at 1-818-487-7455 or email [email protected] _______________ Improving Lives | Finding the Cure Founded in 1990, the International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) is the first and largest organization focusing specifically on multiple myeloma. The IMF’s reach extends to more than 525,000 members in 140 countries worldwide. The IMF is dedicated to improving the quality of lives of myeloma patients while working toward prevention and a cure through our four founding principles: Research, Education, Support, and Advocacy. Subscribe to our channel:    / imfmyeloma   Visit our website at: https://www.myeloma.org Find us online: Facebook: @myeloma |   / myeloma   X/Twitter: @IMFMyeloma |   / imfmyeloma   Instagram: @imfmyeloma |   / imfmyeloma   LinkedIn:   / international-myeloma-foundation   Support the IMF | Donate Now! https://fundraise.myeloma.org/give/52... Category Nonprofits & Activism License Standard YouTube License In most cases, captions are autogenerated by YouTube.