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Max Uribe is a 15-year-old boy with a bright spirit and his whole life ahead of him — but right now, he's fighting for his life.
He's been diagnosed with a rare blood disorder that can turn into a life-threatening blood cancer. The only cure is a stem cell transplant, which requires a perfect genetic match — and out of over 42 million donors worldwide, there are currently zero matches for Max.
"Imagine that someone in your family was dying and someone scrolling this minute could save them. How would you convince them to stop scrolling and take action? That is the position that I and countless other parents are in."
— Juan, Max's Dad
We're bringing the community together to promote healthier living, but at the heart, find Max, and so many others, a life-saving match.
Visit swabformax.com to learn more about his journey.
Miami-Dade is nearly 70% Hispanic, with over 130,000 Colombians — one of the largest Colombian communities in the country.
If you've heard his story and asked how you can help, join us April 25th. We believe Max's match is here in Miami!
Join us. Get swabbed. Help save a life.
Every swab kit could be the match that saves Max's life.
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Ivette Esquerdo was just 16 years old when she selflessly donated her stem cells to her sister, Liudmila, giving her a second chance at life. She and her family felt profoundly blessed that she was a perfect match. Reflecting on her experience, Ivette describes the donor process as simple, painless, and, most importantly, life changing. For those with healthy cells, the downtime is minimal—almost nonexistent—but for patients in need, the impact is immeasurable, offering them hope and a renewed future.
Beyond her donation, Ivette remains deeply committed to the cause. She volunteers her time with Get Redd, actively raising awareness and educating others about the importance of stem cell donation. Through her advocacy, she hopes to inspire more people to register as donors and make a lasting difference in the lives of those battling rare diseases.
Liudmila Esquerdo is a woman of Christian faith who has made it her purpose to help others through their journey. She was once a vibrant, passionate dancer whose energy lit up every room she entered. But in 1995, everything changed when unexplained bruises and crushing fatigue became a daily struggle. At just 19 years old, Liudmila was diagnosed with severe aplastic anemia, a rare and life-threatening blood disorder. The diagnosis sent her into a battle for survival, and she urgently needed a bone marrow transplant. Finding a matching donor was no easy task, but in a miracle that would shape the future, Liudmila’s only sister, Ivette, was the perfect match, giving her a second chance at life.
Surviving the transplant was only the beginning. Liudmila transformed her experience into a mission: to raise awareness, provide support for families, advocate for life-saving donors, and fund critical research. Her journey from patient to powerful advocate led her to establish her life’s purpose, Get Redd Foundation, where her passion for helping others continues to ignite change. Liudmila’s belief is simple, yet profound: One match can save a life.
Severe aplastic anemia (SAA) is an extremely rare and life-threatening condition where the bone marrow fails to produce enough blood cells. The body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the bone marrow, leading to dangerously low levels of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. This causes extreme fatigue, a weakened immune system, and a heightened risk of bleeding and infections.
For many patients with SAA, the only chance for survival is a bone marrow transplant (BMT). This procedure involves replacing the damaged or nonfunctioning bone marrow with healthy marrow from a donor, often a sibling. But the path to a successful bone marrow transplant is grueling, and the treatment required is nothing short of intense.
Once the bone marrow transplant is complete, the recovery process can take months, as the new bone marrow begins to grow and produce blood cells. It’s a long, difficult journey, but for many, it’s the only chance for a life beyond the disease. This is when we celebrate the patient’s second birthday. For Liudmila, her rebirth took place on July 24th, 1995.
