Alan Duke, reporter for CNN, wrote about Robin Roberts’ myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) diagnosis, which came the day before her interview with President Obama. The reporter highlighted the Roberts family’s delight after learning Robin’s sister was a match.
However, knowing that thousands of people depend on Be The Match to find an unrelated donor, Robin and her family directed people to join the registry. The article explained that a simple cheek-swab and paperwork gives thousands of people hope for a second chance at life.