Help Little Lavisha Win Her Fight Against Thalassemia
Be the Miracle Lavisha Desperately Needs
4-year-old Lavisha, currently in Mumbai, was born in Singapore during COVID-19 pandemic, and has been battling the rare blood disorder Beta Thalassemia since she was a baby. Her family's only hope for her survival is a blood stem cell transplant from a matching donor.
Lavisha's Journey
Despite her struggles, Lavisha is a bright and spirited individual who brings endless joy to her family. She’s the only daughter in her extended family and is cherished deeply by her parents, grandparents, and cousins. A bundle of energy, she enjoys playing pretend as a teacher, taking attendance, and guiding her 'class' of family and friends. With her toy doctor set in hand, she loves pretending to care for others, offering "medicine" and even administering "injections."
She loves fruits and veggies more than chocolates (a rare trait for her age!), recites poems at the top of her lungs, and recently won 1st prize in her junior school competition. Her elder brother is her best friend, and her kindness shines through in the little things, like ensuring he always gets a share of everything she receives.
But behind her playful and fearless exterior is a brave little girl who faces the pain of regular blood transfusions with remarkable courage.
You Can Be the Hero She Needs
A matching stem cell donor is Lavisha’s only chance to overcome Beta Thalassemia and lead a full, healthy life. Finding that match is incredibly rare, but it’s possible—with your help. By registering as a potential stem cell donor, you could be Lavisha’s miracle. You could be the one to give her the future she deserves: a childhood free of pain, days filled with laughter, and a chance to live her dreams.
Registering as a stem cell donor with DKMS-BMST is simple and takes just 5 minutes, but the impact lasts a lifetime. Your act of kindness could change Lavisha’s world forever—and give her parents the greatest gift of all: the chance to watch their little girl grow up strong, healthy, and happy.
Every step you take with us spreads hope—not just for Lavisha, but for countless other children and adults battling blood disorders.
How can we beat blood disorders together?
The DKMS BMST Foundation India has dedicated its efforts to locating suitable donors for individuals in India battling blood cancer and blood disorders. Our endeavours have resulted in over 150 successful blood stem cell donations. The process of donating stem cells requires a precise match between the donor's tissue characteristics and the patient. By joining our stem cell registry, you become part of a network ready to be matched and potentially save the life of someone needing a blood stem cell donation, be it for a blood cancer or a blood disorder. Your registration could make you a real lifesaver.