Stem Cells
What are stem cells able to turn into?
Different types of cells.
What is the main goal of HopeLink?
To raise awareness and increase donor registrations.
Cheek swab
What disease are stem cell transplants commonly used to treat?
Leukemia (or blood cancers).
Why is diversity important in donor registries?
Patients are more likely to match with someone of similar ethnicity.
How do you get certified to do cheek swabs?
True or False — Most stem cell donations require major surgery.
False.
About what percentage of patients find a match outside their family?
a.) 10% b.) 30% c.) 50% d.) 8%
What organizations is HopeLink currently partnered with? (name one) (+100 points if you can name both)
NMDP and DKMS
Where are stem cells usually collected from today?
Blood (peripheral blood) and Bone Marrow
Name one way students at this school can help save lives through HopeLink.
Host a drive / spread awareness / social media promotion / recruit donors.
What are the minimum amount of points you need to get by the end of the semester?
12 points
What must match between a donor and patient for a transplant to work?
Tissue type (HLA).
What is one reason donor registration numbers are still low?
Lack of awareness / myths / fear / misinformation.
What are some other ways you can earn points without attending in person drives? (Name 2)
Attending 1 training session (30 minutes)
Sell Pura Vida Bracelets / Other snacks to raise funds
Attending monthly ambassador meetings (30 minutes)