Be The Match Event

Swab a Cheek, Save a Life

Madison County Health Care System is organizing a Be the Match event for anyone interested in becoming a blood stem cell / bone marrow donor. Don’t miss out on our upcoming event on Thursday, April 27th and Saturday, 29th.  By registering become a donor, you have the potential to provide a life-saving treatment for someone in need.  Join us in the fight against cancer and other diseases.  Swab a cheek, save a life.

Unable to make the event in person?

No problem! Stop by Madison County Health Care System and request a check swab kit to do at home – ask for Emily Walton upon arriving. Then, simply follow the instructions provided with your kit and drop the prepaid package in the mail. For questions or concerns, please contact Emily Walton at (515) 462-2373 or ewalton@madisonhealth.com.

Click the link below to see if you qualify to become a donor.


First Thing’s First

Some people have never heard of Be the Match organization. If you’re wanting to learn more about who they are, what they do and how you can help, follow the link below.


I’m Registered, Now What Do I Do?

For registered donors, please follow the links to learn more about ways to donate and important things to know about being a donor.