Rcs Gugulethu Athletics Club Rallies Behind Fanconi Anaemia Patient
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RCS Gugulethu Athletics Club says that, diagnosed last year, Linemihle's only chance at survival rests on finding a matching stem cell donor. The Gugulethu-based running club utilised the Two Oceans Marathon (TOM) to call upon the broader athletics community and stakeholders present at the annual marathon to register as stem cell donors and join the fight against blood cancer and other disorders.
"While we are rooted in Gugulethu and actively cultivating meaningful connections in the community, our channels for raising blood cancer and disorder awareness extend beyond our community as blood cancer and disorders affect all of us regardless of our social status," says RCS Gugulethu Athletics Club Chairperson, Aubrey Shoko.
RCS Gugulethu Athletics Club says Fanconi Anaemia (FA) affects the bone marrow and many other parts of the body. It affects 1 in 160 000 people globally. For many diagnosed patients, blood stem cells is one possible form of treatment — and often the only chance of a cure.
"Athletes must rally behind patients diagnosed with blood cancer and disorders," Shoko says.
Acknowledging the chairperson's sentiments, Palesa Mokomele, Head of Corporate Communications and Community, concludes, "Similarly, DKMS Africa actively engages with multiple cultures in various communities. The collaboration will help us to register more diverse potential donors so that patients who need a blood stem cell donor can find their match. Additionally, the Two Oceans Marathon (TOM) is a well-known and well-attended athletics event, thus positioned to further drive blood cancer and disorders educational and awareness initiatives on a significant scale."
For more information, visit www.dkms-africa.org. You can also follow DKMS Africa on Facebook, LinkedIn, X, Instagram, or on TikTok.
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