Janet's September Steps for Anthony Nolan, The Charity that Saves Lives Through Stem Cells
Janet Auld is raising money for Anthony Nolan
Janet is walking 1 Mile (2000 steps) every day during the month of September
Janet Auld’s sister Iona was admitted to Belfast City Hospital on the 5th February 2024 and after extensive tests she was diagnosed with leukaemia. Iona underwent sessions of chemotherapy and was discharged on the 17th May on medication.
While Iona responded well to the medication her consultant asked if she had any siblings and, if so, would they be willing to donate bone marrow. With no hesitation both Janet and her sister Joanne were tested at The City Hospital. Joanne was a 50% match and Janet was a perfect match.
In February 2025, Janet travelled to The Anthony Nolan Clinic in London for further medical tests and then two weeks later, back in London, she donated stem cells for Iona.
Iona received her transplant in April and she is keeping well.
This September, Janet, along with some family members and friends, is excited to embark on a heartfelt journey. She is aiming to walk 1 mile every day throughout the month - which also happens to be Blood Cancer Awareness Month.
The goal? To raise funds for Anthony Nolan, a world-leading stem cell register, an organization that stands at the forefront of stem cell research and transplants. Thanks to their groundbreaking work, they are currently able to support four patients each day in need of a life-saving transplant.
During her own experience as a stem cell donor, Janet was truly touched by the incredible care and dedication shown by the Anthony Nolan staff.
This initiative is what Janet describes as a small but meaningful way for her to give back to a charity that does so much.
If you would like to donate to Janet’s fundraiser for Anthony Nolan, please click the secure link below that will take you directly to her justgiving page.
About Anthony Nolan
Anthony Nolan saves the lives of people with blood cancer. Founded in 1974, by growing our register of stem cell donors, conducting research and supporting patients, Anthony Nolan cures blood cancer and blood disorders. But we need to do more. Without you, there is no cure. You can find out more using the links below…
Visit the Anthony Nolan website here
Follow Anthony Nolan on Facebook here
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