Recently, a kid I went to high school with was diagnosed with a very rare type of cancer, ALL. There are only 10 other cases of it throughout the world which makes it very difficult for doctors to conduct the necessary research that provide them with vital information that could help cure the leukemia. It started as little bumps on the side of his neck. Everyone thought they were side effects to having mono, but obviously that diagnosis was incorrect. Currently, after completing round one of chemotherapy, doctors say the cancer has been retracted from his body but its a possiblity he could go into remission. Their best source to a fast, permanent recovery right now is to have a bone marrow transplant.
Today, in Palmer, they had a bone marrow drive. Over 100 people from town attended the drive at St. Thomas to support Matt and his family by donating DNA samples. This was performed by rubbing cottom swabs along the inside of your cheek. It was a fantastic turnout, lifting the spirits of the Ziemian family. Now, we have to wait for the DNA samples to be analyzed as we all cross our fingers for a perfect match.
Incidents like this one make me step back and appreciate my good health. And also to think twice before I complain. Matt is an unbelievably strong individual who is fighting through this illness. While he struggles with this cancer, he still finds in his heart to look out for others before himself. I wish the best for him and hope there is someone out there who can donate in order to make a difference in his life.
http://www.wwlp.com/dpp/news/local/Bone-marrow-drive-helps-to-save-a-life
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