S3. Ep 5. -Eimear's Wish - Sean Smyth

Think Curiously

Eimear, a make-up artist from the Coolnasilla area of Belfast, was diagnosed with stage two Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, a type of blood cancer, in September 2016 shortly after she had graduated. She underwent 12 cycles of chemotherapy and was given the all-clear in spring 2017. But a few weeks later, she felt unwell and tests found it had returned.

In December 2017, Eimear was treated with an autologous stem cell transplant, intensive chemotherapy and her own stem cells returned afterwards to rescue her bone marrow from the effect of the treatment.

After five weeks in isolation she returned home and 100 days later was given the good news she was in remission.

But the Hodgkin’s Lymphoma returned for a second time and doctors said her best chance of survival was another stem cell transplant - this time from an anonymous donor. In September 2018 a match was found and Eimear underwent surgery. However, she suffered complications and lost her fight for life on 27th June 2019.
Through her illness, her father Sean campaigned hard to raise awareness for the need for stem cell donations, a campaign that continues to grow through Eimear's Wish. In this episode Sean speaks candidly about Eimear's life, and the powerful impact she had on her close friends and family. A powerful and emotive story told with love and compassion.
Eimear's report on UTV:
https://www.facebook.com/216755005820277/videos/1084481158397392
You find more information about Eimear's wish on the links below:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eimearswish
Twitter: @Eimers_Wish
STEM CELL DONATION REGISTRATION LINK
https://www.anthonynolan.org/help-save-a-life/join-stem-cell-register