Why you matter - Stem Cell Donors Australia

Why stem cell transplants?

Stem cell transplants are commonly used to treat cancers that impact blood cells, such as leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, and myelodysplastic syndromes. They can also be used for conditions like neuroblastoma, Ewing sarcoma, recurrent brain tumors in children, germ cell tumors, and testicular cancer.

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Why donate

Donating your stem cells can be a life-saving gift for people suffering from blood cancers and other serious blood disorders.

Here are key reasons why donating stem cells is so impactful:

Save lives

By donating stem cells, you offer patients with blood disorders their last hope for recovery and a second chance at life.

Unique match

Finding a stem cell match is challenging, especially outside the family. Your donation could be a patient’s only match worldwide.

Simple with few side effects

Modern stem cell donation is safe and simple, typically collected from the bloodstream in a process like blood donation, allowing a fast return to normal activities.

Personal fulfilment

Donating stem cells brings deep satisfaction, knowing you’ve made a life-changing impact.

Real donors and recipients

See how others have made an impact.

“I was back to the gym the next day and back to work the next day, it really doesn’t take too much of a toll on your body. If you are able to donate look into it, do your research, find out why it’s important and then sign up. 110 percent I would do it again in a heartbeat. ”

COURTNEY – STEM CELL DONOR

“I don’t think words can convey the gratitude and love I have for my donor. I carry them in my thoughts with me every day. Blood cancer almost snatched my life away from me but my donor gave it back. If you’re thinking about joining the Registry and becoming a donor, please do!”

SOPHIE – STEM CELL RECIPIENT

“The best feeling in the world is knowing that you can help another in need. The process is quite straightforward, and your donation could save a life. It’s quite unique to help someone in such a special way.”

YONI – STEM CELL DONOR

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I am so very thankful for…

22 October 2024
I am so very thankful for the amazingly selfless act of a stranger who from the other side of the world has given my son the best chance of survival, a second chance of life. Such a willingness to be on the register, hoping to be a match to possibly save a life – What an incredibly beautiful gift! Thank you so, so much from this Mother’s heart.

I am so very thankful for the amazingly selfless act of a stranger who from the other side of the world has…

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It was such a shock to…

22 October 2024
It was such a shock to discover I had leukaemia. I had considered myself a healthy person. After chemo treatments it was found that it wasn't enough to survive. I would need a transplant. My medical team would offer me that hope for the future. It was a very difficult process to endure. But how grateful I was that a lady would put herself out at a particularly busy time of year to offer me another chance of life. I did send a letter to this wonderful person in my gratitude. The wonderful care I received in hospital from both the doctors and nurses was memorable. There have been some challenges to my health since the transplant but they have been overcome and now I feel well and quite strong with no obvious side effects seven years from the transplant. I am on a chemo tablet - 4 a day which hopefully will keep what I believe are extra medullary lumps away.

It was such a shock to discover I had leukaemia. I had considered myself a healthy person. After chemo…

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I was fortunate enough to…

22 October 2024
I was fortunate enough to know my stem cell donor and I will forever be grateful to them. They essentially saved my life and there is nothing in this world that can every give enough thanks for that.

I was fortunate enough to know my stem cell donor and I will forever be grateful to them. They essentially…

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To all the wonderful…

22 October 2024
To all the wonderful donors:
What words can convey the gift of life? I am beyond thankful for the kind stranger that spent their time donating their cells to save my life. Your gift has given me a whole new lifetime, and I'm not sure I could ever convey the gratitude I have for this. Every day that I wake up, I am so thankful that my kind stranger chose to help me. Thank you.

To all the wonderful donors: What words can convey the gift of life? I am beyond thankful for the kind…

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Am I eligible to become a donor?

If you’re between 18 and 35, you can register to become a donor, and you’ll stay on the registry until the age of 60.

You must also have a valid Medicare card and be willing to donate anonymously to any patient worldwide. However, all donations are collected within Australia.

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