Synopsis
Support and insight into the experience of having a stem cell transplant to treat blood cancer or blood disorders. We look at life before, during and after transplant, talk to healthcare professionals for advice on preparation and recovery, and speak to patients who have been there themselves.
Episodes
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Psychological support for stem cell transplant patients
18/04/2017 Duration: 22minIn the latest episode we spoke to Haematology Counsellor Shelia Hegarty about her role supporting transplant patients at University College London Hospital. We discussed the huge emotional impact that a transplant can have, and how patients can manage their well being and when to ask for further support. For more information on how Anthony Nolan's patient services can support you please visit our website https://www.anthonynolan.org/patients-and-families/get-support-us #stemcelltransplant #leukemia #bloodcancer #patientsupport #cancersupport #patientexperience #NHS #cancer #bonemarrowtransplant #AnthonyNolan #UCLH
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Family, school, and fitness after a stem cell transplant- 14 year old Alex's Story
31/08/2016 Duration: 19minFor the second episode of our podcast we spoke to Alex and his parents about his experience of receiving a bone marrow transplant when he was 9. We talked about what it was like being unwell as a child, missing out on school, competing at the British Transplant Games and what life is like now. #stemcelltransplant #bonemarrowtransplant #anthonynolan #patientexperience #childhoodillness
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Preparing for a bone marrow or stem cell transplant
14/06/2016 Duration: 21minAnthony Nolan Patient Services speak to post transplant clinical nurse specialist Hayley Leonard about practical ways patients can prepare for their transplant. #stemcelltransplant #leukemia #bloodcancer #patientsupport #cancersupport #patientexperience #NHS #cancer #bonemarrowtransplant