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Can I beat Myeloma (a blood cancer) ? This is me just after a CT scan, Enjoying one of Clyde Post office cafe famous date scones. I am 51. I currently live in Queenstown New Zealand but have lived in many countries in the world – most recently Italy and HK. I am an Australian and British citizen. I have wonderful friends in many different countries. I am very lucky in this respect. Tomorrow I start a course of Chemotherapy for Myeloma. The entire treatment will last 12-14 months, mapped out with regular pill taking, injections, blood checks, consultant and nurse appointments, hospitalisation and lots of rest. I have lived my life so far trying to stay fit, keep healthy, eat the most nourishing food, not drink too much, avoid other drugs, stay calm with yoga, deep breathing and relaxation to minimise stress; I take multi vitamins and minerals as an insurance policy vs my diet. And what good has all this done for me? It has got me to this point in my life, a body bat...