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  • Specific chromosomal abnormalities are associated with development of multiple myeloma and its precursor syndromes. This poster explores the process of plasma cell development, and the types and frequencies of chromosomal abnormalities and other genetic alterations that are involved in development and progression of multiple myeloma.

    • Aneta Mikulasova
    • Gareth J. Morgan
    • Brian A. Walker
    Poster
  • Planetary and human health are inseparably connected; yet, health-care systems produce considerable amounts of greenhouse gas emissions, waste and pollution. A growing movement to measure and mitigate the health sector’s own climate damage is underway, supported by national policies and clinical innovation.

    • Frances Mortimer
    • David Pencheon
    Comment
  • Loneliness is associated with increased mortality and a higher risk of some cardiovascular, metabolic and neurological disorders. Co-ordinated approaches at the individual, community and society levels are needed to reduce loneliness.

    • Louise C. Hawkley
    Comment
  • Financial toxicity, that is, the negative effects of the economic burden of medical care, can lead to poor patient well-being and quality of life. Co-ordinated efforts by those involved in health care, supported by research into remedial approaches, are needed to ease the burden on patients.

    • Maria Pisu
    • Michelle Y. Martin
    Comment