Community Rallies: Son's Leukemia Fight Needs Global Match

Seb, a 20-year-old apprentice chef, faces a critical battle against acute myeloid leukemia, a rare and aggressive form of the disease. He was diagnosed just before Christmas after falling ill during a trip to Japan. His family, Graeme and Jen Stockdale, owners of the well-known Stockpot Kitchen, previously provided vital support to Lismore residents during the devastating 2022 floods.

Now, the Stockdales are urgently seeking a stem cell donor for Seb's life-saving transplant. This vital procedure requires a donor with matching immune system markers. The family has launched an online appeal, encouraging Australians to join the stem cell donor registry. Thousands have responded, demonstrating incredible support, but the search for Seb's perfect match is ongoing.

Graeme Stockdale highlighted the simplicity of becoming a potential lifesaver, noting that a swab test or blood donation at Lifeblood can lead to registering as a donor. He expressed gratitude for the overwhelming response, emphasizing that even if a registered donor doesn't match Seb, they could help thousands of others find their perfect match.