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  • My stem cell transplant diary

    … Dean had a stem cell transplant in 2021 and kept a diary throughout. He’s kindly … going through a transplant, or their family or friends. Day 1 (transplant day … feeding tube, something approx 40% of patients require. I was also told to …
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  • 'At first, I was a bit nervous, but I was mostly excited that I could help someone'

    … at university, I went to a Marrow event and they were talking about stem cell … a stem cell transplant could save their life. They need stem cells from a healthy … at any point in their life. If my family or friends got blood cancer, I'd …
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  • 'We never gave up hope'

    … the name of the person who saved his life - a young Canadian man called Jordan. … cells was lifechanging for Jordan too and it has inspired him to follow a new … 2011 Jordan I was raised by an amazing family that always taught me to love one …
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  • Going through my stem cell transplant was a rollercoaster, here are five things that helped

    … had none of the typical symptoms, and I was lucky that it got picked … fabulous and we had a little party, but recovery was really hard. I don't call it … down. I know I’ve got the most amazing family and friends. My husband and I have …
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  • A year ago I could barely make it up the stairs, this challenge was the perfect way to celebrate my survival

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  • 'Having a stem cell transplant for MS was lifechanging'

    … were so many times I felt so tired, and I’d look at my mates who were so full of life. In a way it was a relief to get the … on stem cell transplant in our  Patients & Families  section. …
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  • ‘I was counting down the days to contacting my recipient'

    … I was at university, someone stopped me and said, ‘By giving up a few hours, you can save someone’s life.’ How could I say no to that? They … cells has to someone’s life, and their family’s I feel like people my age can …
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  • Running the London Marathon in honor of my friend Rosie

    … only been running for about 6 years, and love signing up for races and giving … that means a lot to my friends and family. Thanks to this charity we were … This meant at the age of 18 her whole life was put on hold as she started …
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  • 'Even in my most vulnerable moments, I never lost faith'

    … She shares her experience so far and how through the challenges, she found … no preparation for the moment your life changes forever. In May 2023, I heard … to go ahead with the transplant. My family and I were overjoyed. This meant I …
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