Myeloproliferative Disorders
The European Hematology Association (EHA) 2026 Congress brought together the global hematology community to unveil the latest practice-shaping advances in hematological malignancies and blood disorders. From plenary and late-breaking trial results to prestigious award winners, novel therapeutics, translational science and emerging technologies, the meeting delivered a vast volume of data. In this expert-led round-up, leading specialists distil the most important data and key takeaways from across each disease area, offering an essential guide to the studies set to shape the future of hematology.
At EHA 2026, Erik Aerts, President of the hematology Nurses & Healthcare Professionals Group, highlighted the dual pressures shaping hematology nursing: rapidly increasing treatment complexity and a growing workforce shortage across Europe. He outlined how HNHCP is responding through expanded education, new learning programmes in AML, ALL and MPNs, and stronger international collaboration to support nurses in an evolving therapeutic landscape.
At EHA 2026, Prof Claire Harrison reflects on receiving the society’s Lifetime Achievement Award, the evolution of MPN care, and why targeted therapies could reshape the field.
Late-breaking data from the phase 3 SENTRY trial show that selinexor plus ruxolitinib significantly improved spleen volume reduction in JAK inhibitor–naïve myelofibrosis, with rapid and sustained responses and an early signal for overall survival benefit. While symptom improvement was comparable to ruxolitinib alone, exploratory biomarker findings suggest potential disease-modifying activity, positioning the combination as a possible new frontline strategy.
We often focus on clinical excellence, but spend less time developing broader skills that could help us better lead with purpose and build more fulfilling, impactful careers. In this episode, part of a mini-series in partnership with LEADderm, Dr Jennifer Soung and Denise Mann explore how clinicians can engage with the media to educate, empower and extend their impact beyond the clinic.
As part of our Haematology Horizons practice pearl series, Dr Douglas Tremblay (Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York City, NY, USA) explores the contemporary role and limitations of HMAs across chronic myelomonocytic leukaemia subtypes, contrasts treatment goals by patient fitness and transplant eligibility and looks ahead to emerging HMA combinations and novel agents designed specifically for CMML.
The FDA has awarded orphan drug designation to zavabresib for myelofibrosis, recognizing early clinical evidence of meaningful spleen size reduction and a manageable safety profile in combination with ruxolitinib. Interim data show durable responses in a subset of patients who had inadequate benefit from ruxolitinib alone, setting the stage for further development of this investigational bromodomain and extra-terminal (BET) inhibitor in advanced myelofibrosis treatment.
2025 has brought exciting developments in haematology, with groundbreaking research and real-world progress showcased at EHA, ASH, EBMT and many more leading conferences around the world. We asked our key faculty to share what they believe has been most impactful so far this year – here’s what they told us.
The 67th ASH Annual Meeting and Exposition brought over 30,000+ attendees, 5,000+ novel abstracts and 275+ exhibitors corporate supporters, academic leaders and patient-advocacy groups. The meeting highlighted innovations ranging from novel agents to real-world evidence and patient-centred care. In this article, hear from the experts on the key breakthroughs and clinical insights set to shape the future of haematology practice.
The European Hematology Association (EHA) has released its official EHA Perspectives in Hematology reports from the 2025 Annual Congress in Milan, now available in two separate editions covering malignant and non-malignant hematology. Following strong interest in the 2024 pilot report, this expanded format offers deeper insights into scientific and clinical advances across the field.
As touchHAEMATOLOGY approaches 20 years of providing education for busy haematologists, we are looking to the future—and it certainly looks bright!
Physician burnout is at a critical point. In this episode, Nicky speaks with Dr Alfred Atanda about why so many physicians are burning out and what can be done to change the trend. From personal experience to system-wide solutions, Dr Atanda shares valuable insights on improving physician well-being and building a more effective healthcare culture.
What if your medical degree could launch more than a clinical career? In this candid and compelling read, Dr Jon Edelson shares his lessons for early-career clinicians ready to think beyond the bedside and explore the business of medicine.
In this episode, we explore the future of continuing medical education (CME) with the team behind touchIME. Hannah Fisher and Matthew Goodwin share insights into global and US trends, the importance of patient inclusivity and how educational outcomes are evolving to better measure the direct impact of learning on clinical practice and patient care.
Nurses account for the largest group of professionals in the healthcare system and there are an estimated 29 million nurses worldwide (WHO, 2024). Nursing practice needs to be dynamic in order to respond to the changing needs of an aging population and ...
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