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"American Symphony" Become a Lifesaver - Documentary Screening

Presented by O'Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at UAB and UAB Arts at UAB's Alys Stephens Center

Apr 28 2024

Jon Batiste

Join the O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and the National Marrow Donor Program for a free screening event of the 2023 documentary “American Symphony.”

The documentary tells the story of bestselling author and cancer survivor Suleika Jaouad and her musician husband, Jon Batiste, as they face her leukemia recurrence and second bone marrow transplant.

Before the screening, there will be a panel discussion that will focus on growing the national donor registry for blood stem cells and blood marrow, in addition to improving access to transplants.

INDIVIDUAL DATES & TIMES*

Additional time info:

A bone marrow donor registration drive will begin at 5 p.m., followed by the panel discussion at 5:30 p.m. At 6 p.m., the evening will end with the documentary screening. Light appetizers and a cash bar will be available.

* Event durations (if noted) are approximate. Please check with the presenting organization or venue to confirm start times and duration.

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