Good Morning America’s co-anchor Robin Roberts battle with the ramifications of intense chemotherapy have captured the national spotlight. But much closer to home is Jennifer Jones Austin who has waged a similar war through the help of a national community. Brooklyn Savvy talks to Jennifer Jones-Austin leukemia survivor about her fight to survive against incredible odds with the help of the Icla da Silva Foundation. Hiram da Silva talks about the Foundation’s work with its donor bone marrow initiative and campaign, and the services they provide.

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