The Rodriguez Family left Puerto Rico when their youngest son became gravely ill. Kenneth needed a life-saving liver transplant and the family moved to Philadelphia to receive the best care.
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Zion Harvey, the world’s first pediatric bilateral hand transplant recipient has been discharged from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and is headed home with his precious ‘gift of life.’
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Mary Coyle received the life-saving kidney transplant she needed after her husband, Ed donated his own kidney to a stranger in California. This type of program is called a Paired Kidney Exchange.
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Daniel Snowden received the gift of a new kidney in 1992 and has lived a healthy life since. He competes every other year with Team Philadelphia at the Transplant Games of America.
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After a heart transplant saved her life, Janet Dennis dedicated herself to pushing past her limits. She is now an accomplished athlete, winning more than 30 medals in athletic competitions.
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For two Delaware dads, organ donation has enhanced their lives and enriched their families through the gift of life.
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On National Grandparents Day (and every day) Marlton, NJ resident John Browne, has a big reason to be grateful. This year marks his ten year anniversary since receiving a life-saving liver transplant.
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Three local mothers gave the gift of life (twice) to their children, each diagnosed with biliary atresia and requiring a life-saving liver transplant.
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For those of us whose mother has died or whose child has died, Mother’s Day is never easy. We asked some of our donor families to share what they do on Mother’s Day. We hope that by sharing their words, you will find comfort and support.
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Twenty-seven-year-old Bordentown, NJ native, Ashley Lamb, never thought that life could change so quickly. She worked in social services and had recently become engaged to her boyfriend, Bobby, who worked […]
Other Categories: Gift of Life Stories, Transplant Stories, Transplant Waiting List