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We’re excited to share HOPE-PTCL, a global resource dedicated to individuals and families affected by peripheral T-cell lymphoma (PTCL). HOPE-PTCL is a patient-centred hub that brings together trusted information on PTCL diagnosis, treatment options, living with lymphoma, and ongoing research, helping patients and caregivers stay informed and supported every step of the way.

This online platform emphasises community, education, and empowerment for those facing the challenges of this rare blood cancer - something that aligns with BLOODSA’s mission to support haematology patients and improve quality of care across Africa.

Explore more and find valuable resources at http://hopeptcl.org

HaemTherapy Celebrate 20 years!

A big congratulations to Neil Littleton and his team at HaemTherapy in the Eastern Cape, who celebrate 20 years of service.

Undergoing a stem cell transplant is a tough process, and those who have been through it know the trials and triumphs associated with the journey. We want you to know that you are not alone!

Introducing our stem cell transplant WhatsApp patient support group — a dedicated space for patients preparing for, undergoing, or recovering from transplant. This group offers encouragement, shared understanding, and evidence-based guidance to help you feel supported at every step.

Together, we can make the transplant journey less overwhelming and empower you to conquer the challenges with the right tools at hand!

We are excited to introduce our new multiple myeloma WhatsApp patient support group — a safe, compassionate space for patients and their families to connect, share experiences, and navigate the journey together. Whether you are newly diagnosed or have been living with myeloma for a while, you are invited to join us.

Be a part of a South African community that understands your specific challenges, knows tips and tricks to manage problems you may face along the way and will be happy to share in your triumphs.

You don’t have to walk this path alone - we are better together. Email us at [email protected] to join.

As the year starts to draw to a close, we want to take this opportunity to celebrate the wins 😊 We are thankful to everyone who contributes to our Deep Dive and BMT classroom educational platforms and are expectant for what lies ahead!

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We are incredibly proud to celebrate our very own Cyril Mthimkulu, Head of the BLOODSA Nurses Working Party, who has been invited to speak at the 52nd Annual Meeting of the EBMT in Madrid, Spain in March 2026.

Cyril will be presenting on Collaborative Pathways in HSCT and Cell Therapy: Training Nurses in South Africa — an extraordinary recognition of his leadership, expertise, and the powerful work being done by our transplant nursing community.

This invitation is a testament to the growing impact of South African haematology and transplant nursing on the global stage. Congratulations, Cyril! 🇿🇦✨

Haem Event: Join our colleagues Dr Sharlene Parasnath and Dr Jasmine Ramiah for an interesting talk on red cell fragmentation this Thursday, virtually from 14.30 to 15.30. Registration link in bio. 😊

On 19 September 2025 we hosted our first BLOODSA conference - and on a topic dear to our hearts - HHT!

Our guest speakers are some of the kindest, most knowledgeable, and most engaging clinicians in the field and we are so grateful to have had them on board. A special thank you to each of them for taking time away from their commitments purely out of passion for HHT and improving knowledge and access to appropriate care worldwide.

We are currently uploading the presentations and recordings to the website and will update you as soon as they are available.

Very proud to announce that Dr Kudakwashe Simba and his team have performed the very first stem cell transplant in Namibia, offering a life-saving treatment to their patients. Way to go!

Today we celebrate our 4th birthday! We're grateful to everyone who has collaborated with us and shared our vision. Here's to many more years of growth and success 😊