Stem Cells
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Stem cell donors could be someone’s hope for life
September 19, 2019
Every year, hundreds of Canadian patients need life-saving stem cell transplants, and most rely on the generosity of an unrelated donor.
In 2014, Tom was diagnosed with MDS (Myelodysplastic syndrome). It was this shocking diagnosis that inspired him to start building awareness within his community for the importance of joining the adult stem cell registry to give patients like himself better odds of finding a match for a stem cell transplant.
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"We all have the power to make a difference" says blood cancer survivor
June 20, 2019
It all started while walking to the bus stop one morning four years ago. The air was brisk, and the sun was bright in the sky. After just a few steps, Tom was out of breath and feeling dizzy. He thought it was probably nothing but decided to get checked just to be safe.