UK donor's stem cells save US man's life
Lucinda Ward from Sleaford donated stem cells via DKMS, saving Harvey Gorrin in the USA. Their emotional meeting shows how simple registration can have a profound impact. Join the register today.
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Surgeon awarded OBE for pioneering kidney transplant
Professor Michael Nicholson receives OBE for normothermic machine perfusion, a technique he pioneered in Leicester, transforming transplant medicine and saving lives.
NHS: 48 Hours Left to Fill 2,755 Blood Donation Slots
The NHS issues an urgent appeal for donors as blood stocks run low. Over 2,700 appointments need filling before New Year's Eve to save lives.
Solihull boy spends third Christmas in hospital fighting leukaemia
Marley Bourne from Solihull is spending Christmas at Birmingham Children's Hospital after a second relapse of Acute Myeloid Leukaemia. His family shares their story of resilience and thanks the hospital charity for festive support.
Mum denied second NHS stem cell transplant due to rule
Ruth Wake, 57, fights leukaemia after NHS refuses second transplant under 'outdated' rule. She turns to private care as MP and charity campaign for policy reform. Read her story.
Birmingham sisters raise awareness for aplastic anaemia
Sisters Erica and Aimee-Kay Bicknell from Birmingham are supporting The Aplastic Anaemia Trust's Christmas Appeal after Erica's own battle with the rare blood disorder. Their story highlights the charity's vital work.
Birmingham Blood Drive for Sickle Cell Campaign
Activist Simply Sayo brings her 'It Takes A Village' campaign to Birmingham, urging Black heritage donors to help save lives. Book your appointment now.
Student's life saved by Spanish cord blood transplant
Lyra Cassell, 20, from Liverpool, survived rare leukaemia thanks to a cord blood transplant from Spain. Read her inspiring story and learn about donation.
Three dads donate kidneys to save their children's lives
Three courageous fathers from South Yorkshire share their stories of donating kidneys to their seriously ill children, transforming their lives and futures. Learn about living organ donation.
Birmingham Transplant FC: Football After Surgery
Meet Birmingham Transplant Football Club, where players with life-saving organ transplants showcase thriving post-surgery lives through sport. Discover their inspiring journey.
Urgent Birmingham Blood Donor Plea This Winter
NHS issues urgent plea for O negative, B negative and Ro subtype blood donors in Birmingham. Over 136,000 appointments need filling to boost winter stocks and save lives.
Abbie Roscoe: Four Gold Medals at Transplant Games
Liverpool athlete Abbie Roscoe triumphs at British Transplant Games in Manchester, winning four gold medals just two years after life-changing kidney transplant from her mother.
Heart attack survivor inspires Marsden defibrillator
After surviving a cardiac emergency, a Marsden resident's powerful story has driven the community to install a new public access defibrillator, creating a safer future for all residents.
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