Interferon Shortage Update: Your Questions Answered! Are you feeling anxious about the recent interferon supply challenges or navigating a switch in your medication? You aren’t alone. We know how much uncertainty this has caused, so Nona Baker sat down with Dr Priya Sriskandarajah and Dr Alesia Khan to get the answers you need.
They provide a clear update on what this situation means for the MPN community in the UK and, more importantly, share practical guidance on how to manage the transition smoothly.
In this essential discussion, you’ll find out about:
- The Latest Data: An update on the ongoing UK-wide study regarding interferon, including key insights from patients who have already navigated a switch
- Managing Anxiety: Practical, expert-backed advice on where to access free counselling and support services for patients and their families
- What’s Next: Exciting news about a major upcoming clinical trial (launching this autumn!) that is set to involve over 1,300 patients and could significantly advance our understanding of MPNs
- Finding Positivity: A reassuring conversation on reframing your diagnosis, understanding reclassification, and focusing on the positive steps you can take for your health. Knowledge is power, and hearing directly from the clinicians managing these updates can help ease those worries
We hope that you enjoyed this conversation, please send feedback and any questions to info@mpnvoice.org.uk. If you have any suggestions for future conversations please let us know.
We would like to thank Dr Sriskandarajah and Dr Khan for taking part in the vlogcast with Nona.
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