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Frequently Asked Questions
About the Donor Gap
Why do South Asian patients struggle to find matches?
Is this just a US problem?
What blood cancers need transplants?
How many South Asians die waiting for matches?
About MarrowLink
Is MarrowLink an official Be The Match organization?
How is MarrowLink funded?
Where do you operate?
How can I stay updated?
About Registration
I'm not South Asian. Can I still register?
I'm South Asian but not Indian/Pakistani/Bangladeshi. Do I qualify?
I'm mixed race. Can I register?
How long does registration take?
How long will I be in the registry?
If I move away, what happens?
Is my information safe?
About Donation
If I register, will I definitely be called?
What if I get called but don't want to donate?
How painful is donation?
How long is recovery?
Can I work while being a donor?
Are there long-term health effects?
Can a woman donate if she's pregnant?
Can I donate if I have [health condition]?
About Culture & Religion
Does my religion allow bone marrow donation?
My family might have concerns. Can you help me explain it to them?
Will donating be halal/kosher/compliant with my tradition?
Getting Involved
I want to volunteer but I'm busy. Can I do something small?
Can I host a drive at my workplace?
I want to donate but no drive is near me. What do I do?
Can high school students volunteer?