other agencies and organizations

The following publications have been published by various agencies and organizations and assist in providing additional information to the myeloma community.

Chemotherapy and You        
This booklet from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) is a guide you can refer to throughout your chemotherapy treatment. It includes facts about chemotherapy and its side effects and also highlights ways you can care for yourself before, during, and after treatment. 

Eating Hints for Cancer Patients Before, During & After Treatment    
Your diet is an important part of your treatment for cancer. Eating the right kinds of foods before, during, and after treatment can help you feel better and stay stronger. The National Cancer Institute (NCI) has prepared this booklet to help you learn about your diet needs during treatment and to help you cope with side effects that may affect eating.

Radiation Therapy and You        
This booklet from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) is a guide that you can refer to throughout radiation therapy. It has facts about radiation therapy andside effects and describes how you can care for yourself during and after treatment.

Facing Forward: Life After Cancer Treatment        
A publication from the National Cancer Institute.

Comprehensive Caregiver's Manual          
The International Myeloma Foundation offers a comprehensive guide for caregivers.