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Man whose left eye melted' in acid attack thanks placenta donor who helped him heal

A man regained hope of sight restoration after receiving amniotic grafts from a donated placenta following an acid attack.

7 hours ago

Non-profit organizations

People will automatically be organ donors unless they object during their lifetime, under law change agreed

A soft opt-out system for organ donation in Ireland is expected to significantly increase the donor pool.

Non-profit organizations

fromABC7 Chicago

New York man gets second chance at life with rare triple-organ transplant

A rare triple-organ transplant at North Shore University Hospital has been hailed as a miraculous life-saving procedure for Sergio Arias Cestoni.

Fundraising

Man whose left eye melted' in acid attack thanks placenta donor who helped him heal

A man regained hope of sight restoration after receiving amniotic grafts from a donated placenta following an acid attack.

7 hours ago

Non-profit organizations

People will automatically be organ donors unless they object during their lifetime, under law change agreed

A soft opt-out system for organ donation in Ireland is expected to significantly increase the donor pool.

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Selfless parents gave their child's organs to save my son. I'm in awe of them'

Ralph Tatham's successful triple organ transplant saved his life, highlighting the challenges of child organ donation in the UK.

fromNew York Post

2 days ago

NYC parents

Exclusive | Hero 10-year-old heart transplant patient pays it forward - to save the lives of two toddlers

A heart donation led to a series of transformative surgeries, benefiting three children and highlighting the interconnectedness of life-saving gifts.

Selfless parents gave their child's organs to save my son. I'm in awe of them'

Ralph Tatham's successful triple organ transplant saved his life, highlighting the challenges of child organ donation in the UK.

fromNew York Post

2 days ago

NYC parents

Exclusive | Hero 10-year-old heart transplant patient pays it forward - to save the lives of two toddlers

A heart donation led to a series of transformative surgeries, benefiting three children and highlighting the interconnectedness of life-saving gifts.

NJ man to receive fourth organ transplant - this time from his daughter

Leon Szewcyk, 73, is receiving his fourth organ transplant, a kidney from his daughter, after a long wait on the transplant list.

fromwww.denverpost.com

SF parents

Families have to find their own livers because of organ donor shortfall

Living liver donor transplants are crucial for young patients like Stetson Gibson to survive uncommon liver conditions.

NYC parents

fromNew York Post

NJ man to receive fourth organ transplant - this time from his daughter

Leon Szewcyk, 73, is receiving his fourth organ transplant, a kidney from his daughter, after a long wait on the transplant list.

SF parents

fromwww.denverpost.com

Families have to find their own livers because of organ donor shortfall

Living liver donor transplants are crucial for young patients like Stetson Gibson to survive uncommon liver conditions.

The science behind the first pig-organ transplant trial in humans

The FDA has approved a trial for pig kidney transplantation in humans, marking a significant step towards alleviating organ donor shortages.

fromWIRED

A Third Person Has Received a Transplant of a Genetically Engineered Pig Kidney

A woman named Towana Looney is the third person to receive a kidney transplant from a genetically engineered pig, reflecting progress in xenotransplantation.

fromBoston.com

Medicine

Heart issues, not pig kidney, killed transplant patient, doctors say

Rick Slayman died from a cardiac event unrelated to his kidney transplant from a genetically engineered pig, highlighting the risks in medical procedures.

fromIndependent

7 months ago

Medicine

Louth father-of-two who received second organ transplant looking forward to playing soccer again

John Brennan received a kidney transplant from his brother, giving him a second chance at life and a desire to play soccer again.

fromCbsnews

NYC parents

Transplant patients meet in person for the first time at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia

Kidney transplant patients with a strong connection met in person for the first time.

fromNature

3 months ago

The science behind the first pig-organ transplant trial in humans

The FDA has approved a trial for pig kidney transplantation in humans, marking a significant step towards alleviating organ donor shortages.

fromWIRED

A Third Person Has Received a Transplant of a Genetically Engineered Pig Kidney

A woman named Towana Looney is the third person to receive a kidney transplant from a genetically engineered pig, reflecting progress in xenotransplantation.

fromBoston.com

Medicine

Heart issues, not pig kidney, killed transplant patient, doctors say

Rick Slayman died from a cardiac event unrelated to his kidney transplant from a genetically engineered pig, highlighting the risks in medical procedures.

fromIndependent

7 months ago

Medicine

Louth father-of-two who received second organ transplant looking forward to playing soccer again

John Brennan received a kidney transplant from his brother, giving him a second chance at life and a desire to play soccer again.

fromCbsnews

NYC parents

Transplant patients meet in person for the first time at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia

Kidney transplant patients with a strong connection met in person for the first time.

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fromBusiness Matters

2 weeks ago

A Conversation with Andrej Grajn, Organ Procurement Surgeon

Andrej Grajn's diverse upbringing in Yugoslavia significantly shaped his worldview, leading to an openness and empathy that he applies in his medical career.

fromPsychology Today

Medicine

I Want My Death to Be a Deed of Kindness

Many U.S. adults lack essential wills, leading to uncertainty in end-of-life decisions.

Asset wills and living wills simplify processes for families and ensure wishes are honored.

#child-safety

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

Cars

Bus driver appears in court after nine-year-old girl killed in collision in Bexleyheath

A bus driver is charged after a nine-year-old girl was killed in a collision, prompting questions about driving safety and legal consequences.

London

Moving wall art tributes for 'keen' gymnast, 9, killed in Bexleyheath bus crash

A tragic accident resulted in the death of Ada Bicakci, 9, following a bus collision in Bexley, raising community concerns and grief.

London

Bus driver charged after nine-year-old girl killed in collision in Bexleyheath

A 23-year-old man charged with causing death by dangerous driving after a tragic bus collision that killed nine-year-old Ada Bicakci.

Cars

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

Bus driver appears in court after nine-year-old girl killed in collision in Bexleyheath

A bus driver is charged after a nine-year-old girl was killed in a collision, prompting questions about driving safety and legal consequences.

London

Moving wall art tributes for 'keen' gymnast, 9, killed in Bexleyheath bus crash

A tragic accident resulted in the death of Ada Bicakci, 9, following a bus collision in Bexley, raising community concerns and grief.

London

Bus driver charged after nine-year-old girl killed in collision in Bexleyheath

A 23-year-old man charged with causing death by dangerous driving after a tragic bus collision that killed nine-year-old Ada Bicakci.

Trading Time for Tissue: The Morality of Organ Donation Programs in Prisons

A Massachusetts bill proposed allowing incarcerated individuals to donate organs for reduced sentences, highlighting organ shortages and racial disparities in donations.

New York City

Funeral of Galway boxer John Cooney who died following Belfast bout hears: 'He was looking forward to starting a family'

Boxer Mr. Cooney passed away after a fight, leaving behind a legacy of love, bravery, and organ donation.

3 months ago

New York City

Boy (6) removed armbands shortly before drowning in swimming pool in Offaly hotel, inquest hears

Oliver Forde tragically died in a hotel pool accident, leading to an outpouring of grief as his organ donation saved four lives.

fromwww.bbc.com

'Lungs in a box' could increase vital transplants

A breakthrough machine at Royal Papworth Hospital could increase lung transplant availability by 30% by improving health of 'borderline' organs.

from6abc Philadelphia

Alabama woman doing well after the latest experimental pig kidney transplant

Towana Looney's pig kidney transplant marks a significant advance in xenotransplantation, offering hope for many on the transplant list.

fromIndependent

'I couldn't stop smiling. I'm just so happy for him' - Meet the S&C coach who donated a kidney to his best friend

Jonny McGailey's decision to donate an organ to his longtime friend David Toman epitomizes the transformative power of friendship.

#liver-transplant

Digital life

The Artist, the Gallerist and Their Liver

Jennifer Doran's plea for a liver donor from her artists led to Derrick Velasquez donating part of his liver, saving her life.

6 months ago

NYC music

Phil Lesh Made Organ Donation His Personal Cause

Phil Lesh's story emphasizes the life-saving impact of organ donation, stemming from his personal experience with a liver transplant.

Digital life

The Artist, the Gallerist and Their Liver

Jennifer Doran's plea for a liver donor from her artists led to Derrick Velasquez donating part of his liver, saving her life.

6 months ago

NYC music

Phil Lesh Made Organ Donation His Personal Cause

Phil Lesh's story emphasizes the life-saving impact of organ donation, stemming from his personal experience with a liver transplant.

more#liver-transplant

7 months ago

Writing

The Story of a Heart by Rachel Clarke review a doctor's remarkable account of an organ transplant

The book illustrates how organ donation can bring hope and life in the wake of tragedy, connecting families through shared experiences of loss.

fromLos Angeles Times

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk

Los Angeles

A 19-year-old fatally beaten on Koreatown street, his grieving family seeks answers

The investigation is ongoing into the suspicious death of a 19-year-old man believed to be linked to a violent attack in Koreatown.