Swab for Skidmore

Eight-year-old Lilian is a bright, artistic girl facing severe aplastic anaemia. Recently, she was on the verge of a life-saving stem cell transplant, but in a heartbreaking turn, her matching donor fell through, leaving her family devastated and in urgent need of another match.

Lilian's ninth birthday is coming up, and her one wish is for more people to join the stem cell register, giving her and others like her a chance at life. "You can help make Lilian's wish come true by registering with DKMS," say her parents.

Currently, Lilian has no other suitable match on the stem cell register, and without a transplant, her future remains uncertain. You could be the hero she desperately needs.

Swab for Skidmore: Lilian’s Story

“Our daughter Lilian has severe aplastic anaemia. After years of treatments, we once thought a stem cell transplant wouldn’t be needed. But in the past few months, that’s changed,” share Craig and Victoria, Lilian’s parents.

For five years, Craig and Victoria have watched Lilian bravely face treatment after treatment, yet her spirit remains unbroken. Lilian loves to dance, play the piano and excels in her favourite school subjects, English and Maths. She's also a loving sister to her younger brother Arthur, with whom she enjoys adventures and playful mischief.

"You never know when you or a loved one might need someone’s help," said Craig and Victoria.

Every 14 minutes, someone in the UK is diagnosed with a blood cancer or disorder. You could be their lifesaver if you’re aged 17-55 and in generally good health.

Please sign up to be a stem cell donor. Not just for Lilian, but for millions around the world who need a stem cell transplant.