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Leukaemia Warrior Leo Heads for Transplant Hope
10 Feb
Summary
- 16-year-old Leo is admitted to hospital for a stem cell transplant.
- His transplant was delayed but has now been cleared to proceed.
- Over 700 people joined the stem cell register after a community event.
A 16-year-old named Leo, who has acute myeloid leukaemia, has been admitted to Birmingham's Queen Elizabeth Hospital. He is preparing for a long-awaited stem cell transplant, which is now scheduled for February 18th. This procedure follows a delay that occurred last month when his donor required additional testing.
Leo's mother, Jenna, shared that he will undergo several days of intensive chemotherapy, which will make him quite unwell for a few weeks. The community significantly supported Leo's cause, with over 700 people joining the stem cell register after an event organized by his family and the DKMS charity.
Jenna expressed deep gratitude for the overwhelming community support and well wishes received via the 'Leo's Army' Facebook page. She highlighted Leo's unwavering positivity since his September diagnosis, noting his resilience and determination throughout the challenging period.
