Blog’s
How Companies and Organizations Can Support Blood Stem Cell Donation
Partnering with DATRI to Save Lives In today’s purpose-driven world, organizations are in a unique position to spark life-changing impact beyond business goals. One such powerful avenue is supporting patients battling blood cancer and other severe blood disorders —...
World Thalassemia Day: A Call to Save Young Lives
World Thalassemia Day, observed on May 8th, is a global health initiative dedicated to raising awareness about thalassemia — a severe, inherited blood disorder that affects the body’s ability to produce hemoglobin. This day is not just a reminder of the challenges...
Blood Stem Cell Donation vs. Bone Marrow Donation: What’s the Difference?
When it comes to treating life-threatening blood disorders such as leukemia, lymphoma, and thalassemia, blood stem cell donation and bone marrow donation are two lifesaving procedures that offer hope to patients in need. While both involve donating stem cells to help...
Myths vs. Facts: Clearing Common Misconceptions About Being a Bone Marrow Donor
Becoming a bone marrow donor is one of the most selfless acts you can do to help someone fighting life-threatening blood disorders. However, many people hesitate to register due to misconceptions and fears surrounding the donation process. Let’s debunk some of the...
Becoming a Blood Stem Cell Donor: What You Need to Know
Every year, thousands of patients diagnosed with life-threatening blood disorders like leukemia, lymphoma, and thalassemia rely on a blood stem cell transplant for survival. However, finding a matching donor is often a challenging task. You could be the lifesaving...
CSR Options to Save Tax: Partnering with DATRI for a Lifesaving Cause
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) provides businesses with an opportunity to make a tangible difference in society while optimizing financial outcomes. One of the most effective options to save tax is through CSR contributions to DATRI, India’s largest blood stem...
Options to Save Tax and Create a Ripple Effect: A DATRI Donor’s Journey
Tax-saving season is here, and many of us are exploring various options to save tax. But did you know that one of the most impactful options to save tax is by donating to an NGO? Such donations not only benefit a cause but also have the potential to save lives. One...
How to Save Tax by Donation: A Life-Saving Act with DATRI
Did you know you can save lives while saving on taxes? By supporting DATRI, India’s largest blood stem cell donor registry, you can make a life-changing impact and enjoy tax benefits. Here’s how. The Mission of DATRI DATRI is dedicated to recruiting donors and...
The Best Way to Save Tax: Supporting DATRI in 2025
As the financial year comes to a close, many of us start looking for effective ways to reduce our tax burden. Among various options, one stands out as both financially smart and emotionally fulfilling: donating to DATRI, India’s largest blood stem cell donor registry....
What is a Blood Stem Cell Transplant?
A blood stem cell transplant is a medical procedure used to treat certain blood cancers and blood-related disorders. It involves replacing unhealthy or damaged bone marrow with healthy stem cells that can regenerate the blood system. For individuals with diseases like...
Does Donating Bone Marrow affect your health?
Donating bone marrow is one of the most generous acts you can do to help someone battling blood cancers like leukemia, lymphoma, and other blood disorders. While the idea of donating such an essential part of your body might raise some concerns, it’s important to...
Terry Fox Run 2024: A Platform for Hope and Lifesaving Impact
DATRI proudly participated in the Terry Fox Run 2024, an event that aligns closely with our mission to fight against life-threatening blood cancer and blood disorders. Organized annually by the Terry Fox Foundation to raise awareness and funds for cancer research,...
STAND UP FOR A CAUSE: NIKITA’S JOURNEY TO RAISE FUNDS FOR DATRI
My name is Nikita Kurumella. I am 17 years old and study at National Public School, Bengaluru. I first heard about DATRI through a classmate who had started volunteering with the organization and shared her experience online. Her post piqued my interest, and I reached...
A LIFESAVING DIAMOND
My name is Ashish P. Lakkad, and I am currently the department head at Dharmanandan Diamonds Company in Surat. My journey with DATRI began when I became a stem cell donor after registering during a donor registration drive at our company. DATRI’s mission to save lives...
Challenges Parents Face in Finding a Matching Blood Stem Cell Donor: Insights from Dr. Venkatesh Ekbote
Dr. Venkatesh Ekbote, Director of Clinical Hematology & BMT Services at Kamalnayan Bajaj Hospital, Aurangabad, sheds light on the numerous challenges parents face while searching for a matching blood stem cell donor for their child. The journey is not only...
How Can a Patient Find a Matching Blood Stem Cell Donor?
Finding a suitable match for a bone marrow or blood stem cell transplant can be a challenging and emotional journey for patients and their families. Understanding the process and knowing the available resources can help ease some of this burden. The Importance...
Current Treatment Options for Thalassemia Patients in India
Thalassemia, a genetic blood disorder characterized by the body's inability to produce sufficient hemoglobin, presents significant challenges for affected individuals and their families. However, India has made remarkable strides in managing and treating thalassemia,...
EMPOWERING CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY TO SAVE LIVES
In the bustling corridors of modern corporate India, where business strategies and profit margins often dominate conversations, there lies a heart-wrenching story that reminds us of our shared humanity. Paardhu, a vivacious four-year-old, has been diagnosed with...
