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I am so excited about the episode I’ve got for you this week and that’s because it’s a topic that
is incredibly close to my heart. As you may know, I’ve been living with a bone marrow disorder
and was diagnosed just a few months after I started working as a nurse. Since then, I’ve shared
my experiences with this condition on the Straight A Nursing podcast and am delighted to take it
even deeper with you this week.

In this special episode sponsored by Incyte, I sit down with Becca Claassen, a dedicated
oncology nurse with Incyte and a fellow MPN warrior. Join us as we delve into the complexities
of living with and caring for patients with this rare form of blood cancer.

Not sure what an MPN is? An MPN, or myeloproliferative neoplasm, is a group of rare, chronic
blood cancers in which a person’s bone marrow does not function properly. And, as you can
imagine, these conditions pose unique challenges for your patients that can range from day-to-
day symptom management to reducing the risk of serious thrombotic events.

And while I usually teach you about a condition from the perspective of a nurse, this week I’m
sharing the patient perspective, too. In this episode, Becca and I not only discuss some key
things to know about MPNs and how we have personally navigated our own MPN journeys, but
Becca also shares with us a fantastic symptom tracking tool for patients that can really simplify
the daunting task of staying on top of MPN symptoms. To access The Voices of MPN Mobile
Tracker App, visit VoicesofMPN.com.

This episode is a unique blend of professional and personal insights, aimed at deepening
understanding so you can be an even more compassionate and competent nurse.

Click the link above to listen, and thank you so much for joining me in this deeply personal
conversation.

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Voices of MPN Mobile Tracker App – Share this tool with your MPN patients so they can track their symptoms and have more meaningful conversations with their care team.

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Last Updated on June 11, 2025 by Maureen Osuna, MSN, RN