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Friends, family & carers

A new diagnosis of something rare can be a shock for the person it affects, but it can be just as much of a shock to your friends and family. This section offers support and advice for everyone, not just the person living with Waldenstrom's macroglobulinaemia.

WM patient, Ellie, with her family
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Supporting someone with WM

When someone you love is diagnosed with Waldenstrom's macroglobulinaemia, you will naturally want to offer support and advice (although you may not know what to say and will also be navigating your own feelings about the diagnosis too). We’ve pulled together some information on how you can offer support to your loved one. 

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Supporting someone with WM

Support for you

Carers, friends, and family can often be overlooked when the focus naturally falls to the person living with Waldenstrom's macroglobulinaemia, but your feelings are just as valid. We’ve pulled some information together to help support you too.

Help for carers

We help you access the support you need if you're caring for someone living with Waldenstrom's macroglobulinaemia. 

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Support Groups

Our dedicated support groups can offer a forum to offload as well as a source of information. Find a support group near you.

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We're here for you

Our Support Line will be open on Monday 9am-2pm and Thursday 1pm – 5pm – the number is 0300 373 8500. If you require support outside of those times, please email support@wmuk.org.uk we aim to respond to all enquiries within 48 hours.

Support Line

Our Nurse Support Line is open to anyone affected by Waldenstrom's macroglobulinaemia – including friends, family, and other healthcare professionals.

WM patient, Rebecca at a fundraising event
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