and the dirty rhythm in my blood

[oh_chris]

i read the news at work (it's technically part of my job), and came across this article:
Mixed-race patients struggle to find marrow donorsI don't talk about being mixed-race that often*, but this kind of, well, struck a nerve? and i know there are a few of you reading this who are also of multi-ethnic backgrounds, so maybe this is vaguely

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[rosefox]

I believe the donation process leaves you feeling literally like someone kicked your ass, so maybe you should schedule it for a day when you're feeling the need for a good ass-kicking. *)

I also know someone who saved a life with a bone marrow donation. It's worth doing, and goodonya for doing it!

[t_giselle]

I just checked the medical guidelines and don't meet criteria at this time. I will check again after this babe is born! Thank you for the reminder, I've been meaning to do this for ages.

[ruggrat]

I can't do it either because of my daily asthma meds. Weird.

[flabbergasting]

Mr. I-got-a-tattoo-and-want-more hate's physical pain?
I'm even more of a wuss than you are!
Anyway, if you read the site it also says that they may only ask for blood, not necessarily marrow. And also that if you are asked to give marrow, the procedure may take 40-50 hours of your time.
But seriously, saving lives is still worth the pain and time.

[flabbergasting]

I don't know how to edit comments, or I'd remove that ' shouldn't be there.

[oh_chris]

there's an "edit" button when you first post the comment, but once it's replied to you can't edit it.