Robin Roberts Prepares for her Bone Marrow Transplant

(Photo provided courtesy of Good Morning America) - Business Wire

Heraldonline.com - ABC’s “Good Morning America” host Robin Roberts prepares for her bone marrow transplant, fans can show their support by purchasing a “Prayer for Protection” wristband.

The multi-colored wristband carries Roberts’ initials (RRR) and the words “Light, Love, Power, Presence”, representing the Prayer for Protection that Roberts’ mother taught her years ago.

The wristband was designed by friends of Roberts after she received her diagnosis of myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), a blood disorder formerly known as pre-leukemia. On June 11, 2012, Roberts announced her diagnosis on national television, and that her best hope for a cure is a bone marrow transplant from her sister, Sally-Ann. The bright spring colors of the bracelet symbolize the rebirth her bone marrow transplant will bring.

Beginning Wednesday, Aug. 29, supporters can purchase packs of five wristbands for $5 at ShopBeTheMatch.org. One hundred percent of the net proceeds from each purchase at ShopBeTheMatch.org directly support the Be The Match mission to save lives.

News of Roberts’ diagnosis triggered an outpouring of support from across the nation and around the world. Since Roberts’ announcement three months ago, more than 36,000 people have joined the Be The Match Registry, greatly exceeding Be The Match’s monthly average by more than 50%.