Stem Cell Registry

06 October 2026

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Maria Donated Stem Cells: “The Overwhelming Feeling Is Gratitude”

When Maria Kierikka-Sinkkonen joined the Stem Cell Registry after seeing a touching story about a child searching for a stem cell donor, she never imagined that she herself would one day become a…

22 September 2026

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World Marrow Donor Day celebrates donors and encourages new members to join the Stem Cell Registry

World Marrow Donor Day is celebrated internationally on 22 September. The purpose of the day is to thank all members of the Stem Cell Registry and volunteer donors who give seriously ill patients a…

22 September 2026

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For one person, a moment from their own life - for another, a chance to live.

When Liinu Pellikka went to donate blood with a friend, she had no idea that the visit would lead to an opportunity to save the life of a stranger. Joining the Stem Cell Registry felt like a natural…

17 September 2026

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Essi’s Story Reminds Us Why Blood Donors Are Needed Every Day: “I Get to Be Here Today”

Essi knows firsthand what blood donation and stem cell donation can mean. The young woman, who was diagnosed with a serious blood cancer, was successfully treated thanks to blood donors and a stem…

29 May 2026

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You can join the Stem Cell Registry at donation sites – receive a bead lizard as a gift

The Stem Cell Registry is constantly in need of new members. You can join the registry at Finnish Blood Service locations, for example when donating blood. Right now, those who sign up can receive an…

09 February 2026

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Record number of patients received help through the Stem Cell Registry

During 2025, a total of 179 stem cell transplants were facilitated through the Stem Cell Registry – the highest number in its entire history. Last year, the registry’s membership grew to more…

04 February 2026

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Milla Madetoja encourages people to join the Stem Cell Registry: “One phone call can change a life.”

In English: Milla Madetoja, who is recovering from leukemia, received a stem cell transplant from her sister. She encourages people to join the Stem Cell Registry.

08 January 2026

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Joining the Stem Cell Registry is easy – remember to return your sample

A stem cell donor can literally save the life of someone who is seriously ill. Donors are found through the Stem Cell Registry, which constantly needs new members. Joining is easy, either at a Blood…

11 December 2025

Stem Cell Registry Stories

With stem cell transplantation, back to the beloved hobby

In the spring of 2024, Henry Walker from Oulu was diagnosed with a bone marrow disease for which a stem cell transplant is one of the only treatment options. Fortunately, a suitable donor was found…

01 October 2025

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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.

18 September 2025

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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…

18 September 2025

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"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…