To Read Tami's Story from the Beginning

Just CLICK HERE. Her blog begins on March 12, 2009 with a post titled "Tami's Myelodysplasia Diagnosis." Then at the bottom of each post, click on the words "Newer Post" located just below the comments section on each page.


Thursday, April 16, 2009

Iolani Fair Donor Drive


This Saturday, April 18th, the annual Iolani Fair will be held in Honolulu, Hawaii.  The Hawaii Bone Marrow Registry will be conducting a donor drive at the fair.  Even though the drive is not specifically for Tami, her match can be found anywhere.  If you live near Honolulu, please plan on attending the fair.  The great news is that to register as a donor in Hawaii is free no matter what ethnicity you are.  Here is some general information regarding the drive:

Iolani Fair (2)
April 18, 2009
12:00PM - 8:00PM

Telephone Number: 808-673-5747

Drive Location: Iolani High School
Address: 563 Kamoku St.
Honolulu , HI 96826
If you would like to contact the Hawaii Bone Marrow Registry directly, please feel free to do so. They do not have a website.
Phone: (808) 547-6154
Toll-free: 1-877-HI-DONOR (1-877-443-6667)
FAX: (808) 547-6979

St. Francis Medical Center
2228 Liliha Street, Suite 102B
Honolulu, Hawaii 96817

• Testing is Free
• Please contact the HBMR to learn more about eligibility requirements
The fair has many fun attractions and looks like a blast.  Maybe Tami's match will show up and become a member of the registry!!

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