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February 27, 2025 53 mins

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In this episode of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, host Traci Arieli sits down with Jennifer Leal to talk about stem cell donation. Jennifer shares her personal journey with acute myeloid leukemia, the challenges of finding a donor, and how these experiences inspired her advocacy work. 

Together, they discuss the basics of stem cell donation, its life-saving potential, and the barriers that prevent more people from joining the registry. The conversation also highlights the importance of diversity in donor recruitment and the ongoing research expanding the uses of stem cells to treat rare diseases and beyond. 

Key takeaways from this episode include: 

  • How to register as a stem cell donor. 
  • Addressing misconceptions about stem cell donation. 
  • The impact of donor shortages on patients in need. 
  • Ways to get involved, even if you’re not eligible to donate. 

This episode aims to raise awareness, inspire action, and normalize conversations about life-saving medical opportunities like stem cell donation. 

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