Black Blood Heals
The Black Blood Heals Podcast explores the stories of heroic Black donors who have saved lives and Black patients in need of life-saving stem cell and bone marrow transplants. Hear from Black doctors about disparities in healthcare affecting the Black community and learn how you can take action to save a life and change outcomes for patients battling blood cancer, sickle cell disease and other life-threatening diseases.
Black Blood Heals
Increasing Diversity in Stem Cell Donor Registry: The Role of African American Men
Welcome to Black Blood Heals, a groundbreaking podcast exploring the world of blood stem cell therapy. In today's episode, sponsored by NMDP, we shine a spotlight on the pressing need for African American men to join the donor registry. Joining us is the esteemed Dr. Jason Payne, an Assistant Professor/Pediatric Hematologist at Morehouse Medical School, whose passion for beating sickle cell disease and dedication to increasing diversity in the donor registry is truly inspiring.
Dr. Payne shares his insights on the need for more representation in the medical field, emphasizing the importance of African American physicians and donors. He discusses the challenges faced by African American patients, particularly in finding stem cell matches, and provides valuable information on the process of joining the registry and becoming a potential donor. The conversation highlights the crucial role of education, advocacy, and community outreach to address disparities and improve access to life-saving treatments.
If you've ever considered making a difference as a donor, don't miss out on the opportunity to learn more about the impact you can make. Visit nmdp.org to discover how you can become part of the solution and help save lives in your community. Let's unite to create meaningful change.
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- Join the Donor Registry: https://bit.ly/3UGiU1S
- Visit NMDP for resources: https://bit.ly/48moDxd
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