Event searches for stem cell donors for Jersey man
A total of 71 people have signed up to a stem cell register following an event to find donors for a Jersey man.
The Friends of Anthony Nolan Jersey hosted the event on Father's Day in the hopes of finding a match for islander Tony Ferreira.
Seven years ago, Mr Ferreira was diagnosed with Sezary Syndrome, a form of blood cancer which affects the skin.
His wife Osvalda Ferreira said she was "very grateful for everyone that came forward" at the event.
'Overwhelming support'
She said: "Our hope increases because there is more chance of us finding Tony a donor and we've been waiting for such a long time.
"Hopefully this time we will find it, but it's a good feeling.
"It's never a waste - if not for Tony, in future it can be for someone else."
Rozena Pedley of the Jersey Friends, thanked people for their "overwhelming response and support” from the event.
She said: “It was a fabulous response for Tony, his wife Osvalda and their family, in support of him finding a stem cell match as he fights against blood cancer.
“The family also want to express their heartfelt thanks to everyone”.
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