Over 1,000 stem cell donations in 30 years
The Stem Cell Registry has reached an important milestone: over 1,000 members have donated stem cells for patient treatment since its establishment.
Stem Cell Registry
Kimmo Ståhlberg is waiting for a stem cell transplant – Every fifth patient can't find a matching donor
Every year, hundreds of patients in Finland need a stem cell transplant, for example to treat leukemia or other serious blood disorders. A stem cell transplant may be the only way for recovery. The…
"I got the jackpot of my life from my brother"
In June 2024, Marika Kunnari from Oulu was puzzled by the sudden onset of back and chest pain. The pain did not ease, so she called the emergency department in Rovaniemi during her workday. What…
You can now join the Stem Cell Registry at Blood Service donation centers
Joining the Stem Cell Registry is now easier than ever. You can conveniently join the registry at any Finnish Red Cross Blood Service location. You’re welcome to stop by just to join the registry,…
Maintenance break in the blood donor health questionnaire and Stem Cell Registration form on Thursday, May 8th
Maintenance work on the blood donor health questionnaire and Stem Cell Registry registration form will be carried out on Thursday, May 8th, from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM. During this time, it will not be…
“Getting a stem cell transplant means the world”
World Marrow Donor Day will be celebrated on Saturday 21 September 2024. Each year, around 100 patients in Finland need a blood stem cell transplant from a voluntary donor. Approximately one in six…
Check out the annual report 2023
How did we manage to take care of Finland's blood supply last year? In the Blood Service's new annual report 2023, you will find key figures and statistics, as well as reviews of the most important…
Record number of patients helped through the Stem Cell Registry
In 2023, as many as 66 volunteers belonging to the Finnish Stem Cell Registry donated stem cells to unknown patients. The number of donations has increased by as much as 53% in a single year, as…
FRCBS Annual Report for 2022 published
The Blood Service Annual Report for 2022 has been published. You will find all the key figures and statistics concerning Finnish Red Cross Blood Service and an overview of the most important changes…
Most compatible stem cell donors are often found geographically close to the patient
World Marrow Donor Day (WMDD) is celebrated globally on 17 September. Blood stem cell transplants are used in the treatment of malignant blood diseases such as leukaemia.
Third time lucky
Roberto first decided to try donating blood during his student days. One of his aims was to overcome his fear of needles, which he successfully did. He also became a stem cell donator.
Henry Liukko-Sipi: Heaven and Hell
Almost four years ago, my wife Kirsti and I were sitting with our 18-month-old daughter, Laina, at the children’s clinic of the Helsinki University Hospital, and my heart was aching more than ever.