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Article - 3 Minute Read
Jayne’s Living Donor Liver Transplant Story
PSC is an autoimmune disease that causes the liver's bile ducts to become chronically inflamed and can lead to scarring and blockages. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Liver Transplant, Transplant
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Lindsay Arnold’s Organ Donation Experience
Becoming an organ donor can be a difficult choice. However, Lindsay Arnold did not think twice about her decision. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Transplant
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Article - 3 Minute Read
National Donate Life Month: Q&A with Brenda Stinner
Brenda Stinner, BSN, RN, CCTC, has been a dedicated member of the transplant community for 30 years. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Transplant
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Article - 3 Minute Read
George Labecki Shares Tips on Finding a Donor via Social Media
Asking someone to become your living donor is an overwhelming task. Get tips for finding an organ donor through social media. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Transplant
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Kidney Transplant and Health Disparities
Of the 96,000 people waiting for a transplant, nearly 1/3 are Black Americans, who experience kidney failure mainly due to health disparities. Read More
Categorized as: Health Equity, Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Transplant
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Quiz: What Do You Know About Your Kidneys?
Chances are, you know you have two kidneys. But do you have any idea what they do? Learn more about these powerhouse organs. Start Quiz
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Transplant
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Become a Pediatric Living Donor to Save a Child’s Life
Learn more about becoming a pediatric living donor to save the life of a child on the transplant waiting list. Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Transplant
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Donate Life Month: Q&A With Meaghan Beerson
During the month of April, we encourage people to share how the impact of becoming an organ donor can be life changing for patients in need while honoring all organ donors by recognizing the lifesaving gift of transplantation. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Transplant
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April is National Donate Life Month – Q&A With Lung Transplant Recipient Tammy Cook
Tammy Cook, a lung-transplant recipient, tells her story as part of National Donate Life Month. Discover her story. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Transplant
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The transplant experts at UPMC provide world-class information to educate you about your team, the process, and more. Find articles to help you and loved ones during the process, and learn important information about organ donation.
Look for articles about:
- Living Organ Donor Recipients and Their Loved Ones.
- Physical Therapy Advice.
- Why Is Exercise Important for Liver Disease Patients?
- Who Qualifies?
- Treatment Options for Chronic Kidney Disease.
- Becoming a Pediatric Living Donor.
- Risk Factors for Advanced Lung Disease.
- Fitness Before and After a Living Donor Transplant.
- Understanding Your Team.
- Benefits and Risks of Becoming a Living Liver Donor.
- Support Systems.
- Much More.
