October 8th is Umbilical Cord Blood Donation
October 8th is Umbilical Cord Blood Donation Day. The day aims to raise awareness about donating umbilical cord blood, which is a rich source of hematopoietic stem cells. These cells are essential for the treatment of several serious diseases, such as leukemia and anemia, and are collected after the baby is born, without harming the health of the mother or the child. Umbilical cord blood, normally discarded after birth, can be collected for donation to public blood banks or for family use, without interfering with the birth process. After collection, the material is tested for safety and compatibility, and is stored for future transplants. Donation is voluntary and essential to increase the chances of treatment for patients in need.
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