28/04/2026
Acute Myeloid Leukaemia Awareness Day was on 21st April, and it is a great opportunity to highlight the amazing work student volunteers are doing to support people affected by Acute Myeloid Leukaemia (AML) and other blood cancers. For many patients, a stem cell transplant can be a crucial part of treatment, but finding a matching donor isn’t always easy, which is why awareness of the stem cell register matters all year round. 🩸🥼
Across more than 70 universities, Marrow groups have helped recruit over 200,000 potential stem cell donors. Here at Manchester, both Manchester Marrow and the Manchester Stem Cell Society contribute to this national effort through awareness events, fundraising and helping students learn more about donor registration. Their work shows how powerful student led action can be in supporting patients who need a match!💓
If you are aged 16–30, you can join the stem cell register and it starts with a simple cheek swab. If you are interested in joining the stem cell register, view the link in our Linktree. 💌
