Now, donating bone marrow to a complete stranger isn't for everyone. From what I understand, the procedure can be painful, and there are risks to any medical procedure. Registering people costs money, which is why this free drive is so cool. I registered about a hundred years ago through the Navy, and Elana's link reminded me to update my contact information through this website.When you join the Be The Match RegistrySM, you become part of every patient's search for a bone marrow donor. You could be the one to save a life.
And now, during the Be The Match Marrowthon, you can join online for free June 8 - 22, while funding remains. Our Marrowthon goal is to add 46,000 new members to the registry. Be one of them!
It's a good cause, if you're so inclined.
*No, it's not a pr0n site, but Elana's writing style is delightful.
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I got put on the national register through a Navy program a decade ago. What does it say about me that I've never been matched to anybody?
It says you're a white guy of European descent.
Most registries have a shortage of people of color or unique genetic pools (like East European Jews). You and me? We're a dime a dozen.
I registered about a decade ago when a good friend at work had leukemia. She's gone now; I named the protagonist of my first NaNoWriMo novel after her. ::sad thoughts::
However, if they were to find me a match for someone, I'd be all over it.
I am african American, have a o neg blood, and special antibodies in my blood that's suppose to be great for babies & cancer patients. I've been on the registry for 2 yrs & never been called either. Almost feels like a waste of time going through the process.
Welcome, Leelea.
Don't feel bad. Not being called is almost a good thing - it means there's no one "like you" who requires a transplant.
I do know that people get called - one of the Smart Man's cousins (an active duty member) recently donated at Walter Reed after registering.
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