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In this special bonus episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong honors National Donate Life Month. His guest, Ann Sidesinger, shares her journey with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, detailing her diagnosis, the emotional and physical challenges she faced, and her eventual double lung transplant. Ann discusses the importance of resilience, the support she received during her recovery, and how her outlook on life has changed post-transplant. She emphasizes the significance of organ donation and encourages others to consider becoming donors, highlighting the impact it can have on lives like hers. Ann's story is one of hope, strength, and the determination to live life to the fullest after a life-changing medical experience.For more information on Ann's journey and the amazing work of her transplant team at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center's Comprehensive Transplant Center, visit:https://wexnermedical.osu.edu/transplant

In honor of National Donate Life Month, this episode features Aleah Hartung, a two-time kidney transplant recipient, and her boyfriend and kidney donor, Blake Lalli. Aleah shares her lifelong health journey, and Blake—former Reno Aces manager and now third base coach for the Miami Marlins—talks about becoming her perfect match. Their inspiring story of love, strength, and second chances is one you won't want to miss. 

This month on Focus we're honoring National Donate Life Month, with interviews that give you more information about organ, eye, and tissue donation and transplantation. In this interview, Dr. Jacfranz Guiteau, a kidney transplant surgeon at Ascension Saint Thomas in Nashville, discusses kidney disease, treatments and transplantation. He discusses what's new, why transplants are needed, who can donate, what it'll cost to donate or receive a kidney. This incredibly informative and helpful information may help dispel some questions or fears that you may have about the possibility of a transplant for someone in your life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This show begins with a look at National Donate Life Month, and the importance of becoming an organ donor. Other segments include; A Kidney Donation story from Cincinnati connecting two strangers to save a life; a report that 50% of Americans don't know what a 401K is. You read that right, it's not that half […]

This episode of the We Talk Health Podcast is part 2 of our Donate Life Series. April is National Donate Life Month. We talk with two funeral directors, Bob Arrington and Sean Kimmins about what inspired them to get into the funeral industry, and how important it is for funeral directors to support organ donation.We also hear from Sean about receiving a kidney donation from a living donor.Guests:Bob ArringtonFounder, President, Funeral Director/Embalmer, Arrington Funeral Directors, Past President of the National Funeral Directors Association and Advisory Board Member of Tennessee Donor ServicesSean KimminsKidney RecipientLicenced Funeral Director & Embalmer, Stephenson-Shaw Funeral HomeHost:Kara MobleySocial Media CoordinatorReferences:If you're interested in learning more, registering or have any questions about what it means to be an organ donor, visit the Tennessee Donor Services website at donatelifetn.org or donatelife.net.Bethegifttoday.com

This is a story that inspires, that can instantly give us perspective on our own lives, and how so precious our time here on this earth is, and how it can all be taken away from us at any moment…or we may get lucky and get a 2nd chance.  Well maybe that's what we all are getting when we hear this story. A 2nd chance to change the way we show up in the world.  A 2nd chance to live our life with joy and gratitude, a 2nd chance to appreciate all that we have, right here and now.Today's guest is Dr. Darcy Benway.  I've asked Darcy to come on the show to share her incredible story of learning one day less than 3 years ago that she had a fatal heart condition and was going to die unless she had a heart transplant.  Imagine being perfectly healthy, an athlete living your best life, to suddenly have a rapid decline and be sitting face to face with death. Darcy is going to bravely walk us through that experience…the days leading up to the transplant, the actual event, and the days thereafter, including dealing with the emotions of knowing that someone had to die, in order for her to live.Also joining us on the show is her cardiologist, Dr. Joel Schilling, who does a fantastic job of sharing what goes on behind the scenes and with the patient before during and after a transplant.  Dr. Schilling is board certified in Cardiology and Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology. In light of April being National Donate Life Month, please consider registering to become an organ donor and give the gift of life.Please visit:https://www.barnesjewish.org/To stay connected with Better Place Project and for updates and behind the scenes info, please follow us on social media:Website:https://www.betterplaceproject.org/ Instagram: @BetterPlaceProj To follow Steve on Instagram@SteveNorrisOfficialFacebook: Facebook.com/BetterPlaceProjectPodcastTwitter: @BetterPlaceProjEmail: BetterPlaceProjectPodcast@gmail.com

Community Heroes is a special extension of This Thing Called Life's podcast. In this series, we talk to community leaders, share important information about organ and tissue donation, and honor those who have been instrumental in saving lives through the gift of donation.  In this episode, we talk with Lincoln Ware from WDBZ the Buzz of Cincinnati talk station.     Resources: https://lifepassiton.org/ https://www.facebook.com/LifeCenterOH Life Center Phone # 513-558-5555

A stolen Kia is involved in yet another crash. NYS budget includes $250 million for the University at Buffalo to expand the use of artificial intelligence across New York State with Empire A.I. Surplus Grape Juice finds a profitable market in the federal government. NYS budget takes a focus on retail theft. 19-year-old Niagara Falls man to spend the next 30 years in prison for involvement in multiple shootings. ECMC emphasizes the importance of organ, eye, blood, and tissue donation for National Donate Life Month. The City of Buffalo honors the anniversary of the first women's professional tackle football game played in Buffalo at All-High Stadium back in 1970.

ICYMI: Hour Two of ‘Later, with Mo'Kelly' Presents – An unfiltered look at health and wellness with wife, mother, fitness expert, and a masterful storyteller Claudine Cooper weighing in on the idea of exercise helping your heart by calming your brain AND the promoting healthy habits as a way of improving public health…PLUS – With April being “National Donate Life Month,” Mo' welcomes Dr. Jeffrey Veale; the director of the UCLA Kidney Transplantation Exchange Program, for an in-depth conversation surrounding the future of organ transplantation - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app

ICYMI: ‘Later, with Mo'Kelly' Presents – for an in-depth conversation with Dr. Jeffrey Veale; the director of the UCLA Kidney Transplantation Exchange Program, regarding “National Donate Life Month” and the future of organ transplantation - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app

Hunter Weiss was only 20 when he tragically passed away, but he had already decided to be an organ and tissue donor. His mom shares the story of his gift of sight through cornea donation as we celebrate National Donate Life Month in April. Register to be a donor at www.nvdonor.org/washoe.  

On today’s program, we’re speaking with Danny Cannon to hear more about being a donor family and National Donate Life Month. This is part two of a two-part interview.

Coach John Calipari officially announces he's leaving UK, honoring organ donors and recipients during National Donate Life Month, and three Kentucky state parks are in the national spotlight. 

Dr. Lorenzo Machado, a transplant surgeon at AHN joins Larry and Marty to discuss National Donate Life Month. 

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. [@chutkaMD] Guest: Kelly Pennington, M.D. Guest: Sahar Saddoughi, M.D., Ph.D. The lung is one of the most common organs transplanted, trailing transplants of kidney, liver, and heart, with over 2600 performed in 2022. Lung transplantation may involve transplanting either one or both lungs, and occasionally performed together with a heart transplant. Although some patients with a lung transplant have lived more than 10 years, only about half are alive after 5 years. In this podcast, we'll discuss “When to Refer a Patient for a Lung Transplant”. Who's a candidate for a lung transplant and when should we think about this for our patients? How successful is a lung transplant and what are conditions that would exclude a patient from the procedure? These are all questions I'll be asking my guests, thoracic surgeon, Sahar Saddoughi, M.D., Ph.D., and pulmonologist, Kelly Pennington, M.D., both from the Mayo Clinic in honor of ‘National Donate Life Month'.                  Connect with the Mayo Clinic's School of Continuous Professional Development online at https://ce.mayo.edu/ or on Twitter @MayoMedEd.  https://www.mayoclinic.org/departments-centers/lung-transplant/home/orc-20211835

Guest: Heather Burke PR/Communications Manager Since 2003, Donor Alliance and the nation have been observing April as National Donate Life Month to raise awareness about the importance of registering as an organ, eye, and tissue donor. It’s also a month to honor the heroic donors and their families who said “yes” to organ, eye, and tissue donation.  Currently, there are nearly 1,300 people in our community who are still waiting for a lifesaving organ transplant.  Last year there were 300 organ donors and of those 300 organ donors and their families provided more than 900 life saving organ transplants.  Also, there was more than 1700 tissue donors who provided more than  100,000 tissue grafts.  Anybody can donate at any age, there is no age limit.  Donor Alliance educates and inspires the community about the importance of registering to be an organized tissue donor. donoralliance.org donatelifecolorado.org        

This episode of the We Talk Health Podcast is part 1 of our Donate Life Series. April is National Donate Life Month. James Ross, CEO of West Tennessee Healthcare (WTH) and Jill Grandas with Tennessee Donor Services (TDS) talk about the relationship and coordination of organ donation and how TDS and WTH work side by side to save and improve lives daily.We also share our record-breaking year in the number of donors served and lives saved at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, the educational opportunities available and events to honor those who gave the gift of life.Guests:James RossCEO, West Tennessee HealthcareJill GrandasExecutive Director, Tennessee Donor ServicesHost:Kara MobleySocial Media CoordinatorReferences:CMS - Centers for Medicare and Medicaid ServicesTHA - Tennessee Hospital AssociationTDS - Tennessee Donor ServicesIf you're interested in learning more, registering or have any questions about what it means to be an organ donor, visit the Tennessee Donor Services website at donatelifetn.org or donatelife.net.Bethegifttoday.com

Filling in for Faith this week is Angelique Serrano, a managing editor at NewYork-Presbyterian. In honor of National Donate Life Month, Angelique sat down for a special conversation with living organ donor surgeon Dr. Joseph Del Pizzo, and his patient Steve Wilson, who donated his kidney to a stranger. Steve shares his journey — from his decision to donate to his recovery — while Dr. Del Pizzo offers his perspective on the procedure.

In this episode, Amber and Pete dive into the topic of body and organ donation, debunking myths and addressing common concerns. They begin by highlighting the importance of discussing donation throughout the year. Pete raises the misconception about open caskets for organ donors, questioning whether they are allowed. They also tackle the myth surrounding autopsies and how funerals look like when the deceased has chosen to donate their body to science. Amber explains the typical funeral process in such cases and emphasizes the value of body donations to professionals in various fields, especially medicine. Lastly, they discuss how tissue and organ donation can impact the appearance of the deceased, addressing concerns often expressed by families. By dispelling myths and sharing insights, Amber and Pete provide a comprehensive understanding of the donation process and its implications for funeral arrangements. Takeaways: Body and organ donation is an important topic that should be talked about. Body donations make significant contributions not just to the field of medicine but also to different professions such as those involved in the embalming process. In this episode: [2:07] Amber talks about April as the National Donate Life Month and explains the importance of talking about body and organ donation year-round. Pete starts the discussion on myths by asking if organ donors are not allowed to have open caskets in their funeral. [06:53] The duo talk about the myth on autopsies and whether they are conducted for free when requested by the family of a deceased who donated their body. [10:56] Pete asks Amber what funerals look like when the deceased had decided to donate their body to science. Amber explains how the funeral process usually goes and how valuable these body donations are to the professionals in their field and in medicine. [14:09] Pete and Amber discuss tissue and organ donation and how it may alter the appearance which is often a major concern for the family of the deceased. Resources: O'Connell Funeral Homes Amber Miller Holiday PDF Read Show Transcript

April is National Donate Life Month and across the U.S., 104,000 people are currently waiting for a kidney, liver, pancreas, heart or lungs on the organ transplant list.  In Utah, 900 people are on that waiting list. But Intermountain Health is encouraging residents to talk to their families about becoming a living or deceased donor so that neighbors, family members, and others  waiting for those lifesaving organs won't have to wait so long. In this episode of Utah Weekly Forum, Dr. Jean Botha, transplant surgeon and medical director of Intermountain Health's abdominal transplant program explains the advances Intermountain Health has made as the premier organ transplant provider in the Intermountain West and the benefits of giving the gift of life through organ donation. To become a living donor. Go to Intermountainhealthcare.org/DonateLifeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

April is National Donate Life Month, and during this time, we focus on raising awareness about transplantation and donation honor the people who have saved lives through the gift of donation. Tune in for this special episode today for an update on the latest in transplant medicine. Transplantation is the best method of treatment for many people with end stage kidney disease, when available and accessible. As a company, we prioritize expanding access to kidney transplantation and work to reduce the challenges facing patients as they work towards getting transplanted.

April is National Donate Life Month. In this week's episode guest host, Pastor Corey Lyndon Bellamy, Sr. is joined by special guest, Deacon Henry Young to discuss his personal experiences as a kidney transplant recipient. We will also educate and encourage individuals to consider becoming an organ donor and celebrate those who have given the gift of life. #donatelife

In honor of National Donate Life Month, this new episode of The Nurses' Station highlights the meaningful relationships between Organ Procurement Organizations and nurses. Rachel Merling, BSN RN and Sundee Gilbert, Donor Alliance Consultant discuss how nurse led committees, process improvement and patient relationships can lead to more lives saved through these meaningful programs. (Donate Life Colorado Organ, Eye and Tissue Donor Registry)

Kevin Lee, President and CEO of Mid-America Transplant joins Debbie Monterrey talking about donating organs as April is National Donate life month

Lavender McKillip is a funny, witty, insightful teen whose life was extended by the donation of a liver. While we celebrate National Donate Life Month, Lavender's mom, Theresa, shares the gratitude she feels every day toward the family who lost their child and saved hers.  

There are about 28-thousand organ transplants annually in the US. How does organ donation work? Dr. Kathryn Smith, a Johns Hopkins pediatric transplantation doctor who received liver transplants as a teen, talks about her unique perspective. Then we hear from Carmen Blake, mother of organ donor Tim Blake, and Phyllis Weissblum, who received Tim's heart in November, 2019. The two women have forged a friendship. Links: Infinite Legacy Foundation, National Donate Life Month. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of We Talk Health, Kara Mobley talks with Byron Elam with Tennessee Donor Services and John Whitehead about organ donation. April is National Donate Life Month there are a lot of myths about organ donation. If you're interested in learning more, registering or have any questions about what it means to be an organ donor, visit the Tennessee Donor Services website at donatelifetn.org or donatelife.net.Guests:Byron ElamExternal Affairs Coordinator, Tennessee Donor ServicesJohn WhiteheadAdvocate, Tennessee Donor ServicesHost: Kara MobleySocial Media Coordinator 

In recognition of “National Donate Life Month,” Rabbi Neil Zuckerman — Associate Rabbi at Park Avenue Synagogue in New York — joins Exit Strategy host Stephanie Garry to talk about the place of organ donation in end-of-life conversations … and within the framework of Jewish thought and practice. More Information: National Donate Life Month https://donatelife.net/how-you-can-help/national-observances-celebrations/ndlm/ […] The post Organ Donation as a Mitzvah: Rabbi Neil Zuckerman of Park Avenue Synagogue, NYC appeared first on Plaza Jewish Community Chapel.

April marks National Donate Life Month. With the waiting list of people in need of a transplant nationwide continuing to grow, the impact of organ donation is significant. The Bryant family can attest to that.For his fifth birthday, Nolan received the gift of a lifetime — a new liver — allowing him to live life to the fullest. Host Sharon Martin sits down with his mother, Mandy Bryant, as she shares their family's inspiring story.Melissa Coulter, a nurse manager in Enloe's Intensive Care Unit and Neuro-Trauma-Surgical Intensive Care Unit, and Sarah Harris, Director of Donation Development for Donor Network West, join the conversation to provide insight on the vital need for organ donors.

In our last episode, the first of several episodes celebrating National Donate Life Month, we sat down with Jennifer Martin from the National Kidney Foundation and learned about “The Big Ask, The Big Give”, a program dedicated to helping people with chronic kidney disease find their living kidney donor. In this episode we meet military veteran Darryl Shaw, a kidney cancer survivor who also served multiple tours of duty. Darryl's family members helped champion a successful campaign to raise funds for a kidney transplant, funding that helped his eventual living donor complete the initial compatibility tests. Darryl now volunteers as a mentor with programs such as “The Big Ask, The Big Give” from NKF, sharing his experiences and giving encouragement. He can offer perspectives from the point of view of ESKD patient who received a kidney from a friend and colleague, as well as being someone who opted for home dialysis and overcame many medical challenges. Darryl is now studying for his master's degree in Pastoral Counseling, and he plans to continue in service to the kidney patient community. With host and series producer Rolf Taylor.   Resources mentioned during the podcast: Every April is National Donate Life month  www.donatelife.net/ndlm/ The Big Ask, The Big Give, NKF  www.kidney.org/transplantation/livingdonors The National Foundation for Transplants  www.transplants.org Mighty Cause  www.mightycause.org We thank the participants and advisors who help make Kidney Transplant Conversations possible. Kidney Transplant Conversations is underwritten by Veloxis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. All views and opinions expressed in the podcast reflect those of the participants and do not necessarily represent the views and opinions of Veloxis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. © Project Advocacy, 2022    FULL TRANSCRIPT   ⬇️

Every year, April is National Donate Life Month. This is an annual time for increasing awareness of the importance of registering as an organ donor or saving a life by being a living donor. And for kidney transplants, living donation offers the best possible outcomes for recipients.   But asking someone to give a kidney can be daunting, and the process can be a challenge. For the next episodes of Kidney Transplant Conversations, we will be hearing from support organizations such as the National Kidney Foundation (NKF), the National Living Donor Assistance Center (NLDAC), and TransplantFirst Academy (TFA) about programs supporting living donation. We'll also talk with healthcare providers about their professional perspectives, and hear from living donor recipients about their experiences. This week, Jennifer Martin from the National Kidney Foundation tells us all about their program “The Big Ask, The Big Give”, a comprehensive resource which includes webinars and workshops, and makes mentors available by phone. the National Kidney Foundation website link is www.kidney.org/transplantation/livingdonors and you can also call them on 1.855.653.2273. With series producer and host Rolf Taylor.  Other resources mentioned in this episode include: National Donate Life Month www.donatelife.net/ndlm/; The Johns Hopkins Living Donor Champion Program https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/transplant/patient_information/live-donor-program.html; National Living Donor Assistance Center www.livingdonorassistance.org/.  Kidney Transplant Conversations is underwritten by Veloxis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. All views and opinions expressed in the podcast reflect those of the participants and do not necessarily represent the views and opinions of Veloxis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. © Project Advocacy, 2022    LINK TO TRANSCRIPT (PDF) ⬇️    

On this episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk to a variety of people on topics including education, voting, organ donation and more. In Segment One, co-host Mark Curtis talks to Secretary of State Mac Warner (R-WV) about how early voting has impacted West Virginia. West Virginia State University President Ericke S. Cage talks to Mark about WVSU being named a Top 4 historically black college in Segment Two. Segment Three brings in 13 News Morning Anchors Lily Bradley and Hannah Goetz to talk to Cheryl King, West Virginia Community Outreach, and Tina Miller, whose husband donated organs through CORE, talk about organ donation as a part of National Donate Life Month. We end today's episode with Mark talking to Lorrie Smith, West Virginia Jobs and Hope, about the Reentry and Recovery Works Conference coming up in Charleston.

For part two of our National Donate Life Month series, we are joined by Mary Grace Hensell and Melvin Protzman, who met after Mary Grace's son, Brian, died in a car crash in 2011. Protzman, who was in year four of waiting for a heart transplant, received Brian's heart and is now committed to making sure that Brian will never be forgotten. Hensell and Protzman met shortly after the transplant surgery and have been close friends ever since.

Be present - Be mindful - Be generous - Right Here! Right Now!Is there any greater gift than the gift of life?   April is National Donate Life Month.  The Donate Life website informs us that by registering to be an organ donor - “You can save up to 8 lives and heal the lives of more than 75 people. Your registration serves as a symbol of hope to patients waiting, and sharing it with your family lets them know your decision.” Register here to be an organ donor: https://registerme.org/ FAQs on organ donation: https://www.donatelife.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/2022-NDLM-FAQs-.doc 

Community Heroes is a special extension of This Thing Called Life's podcast. In this series we talk to community leaders, share important information about organ and tissue donation and honor those who have been instrumental in saving lives through the gift of donation.   Resources: https://lifepassiton.org/ https://www.facebook.com/LifeCenterOH Life Center Phone # 513-558-5555

April is National Donate Life Month! And this month is extra special to our amazing co-host Paige Eavenson. When Paige's youngest daughter, Corrie, was just three-year-old, she underwent a liver transplant. On today's episode, Paige shares Corrie's Story with our listeners. Her story will give you hope during the darkest moments of your life and remind you that God is with you even when you cannot trace his presence. If you're interested in becoming an organ donor, visit https://www.donatelife.net/ Today's episode is sponsored by Zencastr! We use Zencastr to record the Page of Our Lives because it is an easy-to-use, all-in-one podcast production suite that gives you studio quality audio and video without needing all the technical know-how. Zencastr makes it easy for us to record from two separate locations and have special guests be part of our show. We just set up the link to record in the Zencastr online suite, send out the link and poof! We're recording! Zencastr is offering our listeners a 30% off when you sign up for the Zencastr professional platform. Simply visit https://zen.ai/pageofourlivespod to sign up today! Links to everything mentioned on our show are available on our website at www.pageofourlives.com/show-notes --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pageofourlivespodcast/support

April is National Donate Life Month! And this month is extra special to our amazing co-host Paige Eavenson. When Paige's youngest daughter, Corrie, was just three-year-old, she underwent a liver transplant. On today's episode, Paige shares Corrie's Story with our listeners. Her story will give you hope during the darkest moments of your life and remind you that God is with you even when you cannot trace his presence. If you're interested in becoming an organ donor, visit https://www.donatelife.net/ Today's episode is sponsored by Zencastr! We use Zencastr to record the Page of Our Lives because it is an easy-to-use, all-in-one podcast production suite that gives you studio quality audio and video without needing all the technical know-how. Zencastr makes it easy for us to record from two separate locations and have special guests be part of our show. We just set up the link to record in the Zencastr online suite, send out the link and poof! We're recording! Zencastr is offering our listeners a 30% off when you sign up for the Zencastr professional platform. Simply visit https://zen.ai/pageofourlivespod to sign up today! Links to everything mentioned on our show are available on our website at www.pageofourlives.com/show-notes --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pageofourlivespodcast/support

On this episode, the Drs. Washington discuss the importance of organ donation in celebration of National Donate Life Month. Tune in to learn about why organ donation is so important and how you can get involved!Music is from single “Alright” by Mississippi-native, Mike Burton on his album Soulful. All rights reserved.  Available on iTunes. Our views are our own and do not represent those of our employers. The  content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor, go to the emergency department, or call 911 immediately. Follow us on social media!Facebook @thedrswashingtonpodcastInstagram @thedrswashington

Host Suzie Lawry-Hall dives into organ donation, a life-saving practice that can help grieving families heal. Danielle Coleman knows this firsthand. She unexpectedly lost two sons and chose to donate their organs, bringing light to two very dark moments in her life. Hear her powerful story. Cindy Llewellyn, Director of Enloe's Critical Care and Emergency Services, and Lori Singh, Donation Program Consultant of Donor Network West, join them to go over the importance of organ donation, who can be an organ and tissue donor, what the experience is like, and more in honor of National Donate Life Month. 

This episode highlights National Donate Life Month and efforts to raise awareness about organ, eye and tissue donation, as well as the critical need for increased donor registration in New York State. Joining NYSAC's Multimedia Specialist Kate Pierce for the conversation are Aisha Tator, Executive Director or Donate Life NYS, along with Saratoga County Clerk Craig Hayner. Make sure to visit donatelifenys.org for resources to participate in National Donate Life Month.

#kidneydonor #livingkidneydonor #organdonor Hope with Jonathan Host and Founder discussing the top 10 reasons to be a kidney donor and or organ donor! April is National Donate Life Month! For more info visit www.donatelife.net Hope with Jonathan :

Fifty-seven-year-old Ted Garding is Mayo Clinic's first altruistic living liver donor. The living liver donation program allows a healthy person to donate a portion of his or her liver, which then regenerates over time. What makes Ted's story even better? He's a two-time altruistic organ donor, having previously donated a kidney back in 2010.  An altruistic, or nondirected living donor, is a person who donates an organ, usually a kidney, and does not name or have an intended recipient. "We were taught to help people in need, and we were blessed with good health in our family," says Ted. "And I am well aware that there are a lot of people that aren't as fortunate. Being kind to people and helping people in need has always been the most important thing to me."When Ted heard about living liver donation, he applied at Mayo Clinic, but expected he might get denied because he has one kidney and is in his 50s. But Ted was accepted, and in October 2021, the transplant happened in Rochester, Minnesota. The recipient reached out a few days later to thank him and told Ted he was her "guardian angel.""My own personal experience as a double living organ donor, personally, it's changed my life for the better," says Ted. "When you help someone in need, you're naturally going to feel better. I feel as though I've been blessed and that I am the one who received a gift." April is National Donate Life Month to raise awareness of the need for organ donors. In honor of Donate Life Month, Ted joins the Mayo Clinic Q&A podcast to share his story.

Community Heroes is a special extension of This Thing Called Life's podcast. In this series we talk to community leaders, share important information about organ and tissue donation and honor those who have been instrumental in saving lives through the gift of donation.     Resources: https://www.donatelife.net/ndlm/ https://lifepassiton.org/ 513-558-5555

Jamie is a 35 year old wife, mother, and teacher.  She was diagnosed with polycystic kidney disease (PKD) at the age of 16.  She has a rapidly progressive form of the disease and is already having to face the idea of dialysis.  Dialysis is a treatment option for those with end stage kidney failure.  Dialysis, however, is a large time commitment and can lead one to extreme exhaustion along with other potential complications.  Kidney transplant is often a preferred choice.  Please listen to Jamie's journey through her disease process and the steps she is now taking in order to find a kidney donor.  Hear from those who work in the transplant field discuss the process of transplant and donation while dispelling any myths and misconceptions. April is National Donate Life Month and April 6, 2022 is Living Donor Day.  You can save one or more lives! If you want to see if you could be a potential living donor for Jamie Sunderland, go to https://emorylivingdonor.org/  using her date of birth, 6/24/1986.  Also check out https://unos.org/ for additional information on transplant and organ donation.

Did you know that according to the Health Resources and Services Administration, one donor can save eight lives and enhance over 75 more? April is National Donate Life Month, and in honor of the celebration, we are hosting nurse practitioner Ilaria Reyes (WellMed at Morgan). Listen to our latest episode as she discusses the importance of organ donations with WellMed Radio co-hosts Dr. Marissa Charles and Ron Aaron. Listen to the podcast here https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-qckzv-11e58d3 or by searching for WellMed Radio in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Podbean, Pandora and Stitcher. WellMed Radio focuses on health issues affecting adults. Clinicians and partners discuss stories, topics and tips to help you live healthier. WellMed Radio airs on Saturdays from 7 to 7:30 a.m. CT in the following cities: Arlington (95.5 FM The ANSWER) Dallas (660 AM/92.9 FM The ANSWER) Fort Worth (99.9 FM The ANSWER) San Antonio (930 AM The ANSWER) WellMed Radio airs on Saturdays from 7 to 7:30 p.m. CT: Austin (590 AM/99.7 FM News Radio KLBJ) WellMed Radio also airs on Sundays from 1:30 to 2 p.m. ET: Tampa (860 AM/93.7FM The ANSWER)

Joining me today is Frank Holloman, Director of the Division of Transplantation (DoT) at HRSA (Health Resources and Services Administration ) Frank comes to this work after trying to be a donor for his own sister. Over 106,000 People on the National Organ Transplant Waiting List, Including 1,884 Children Under 18; Every 9 Minutes a New Person is Added. HRSA Raises Awareness for National Donate Life Month and National Pediatric Transplant Week. NDLM is an opportunity to inform listeners about how they can give hope to more than 106,000 people, including almost 2,000 children under the age of 18, on the national transplant waiting list. https://www.organdonor.gov/

As we close our month-long celebration of 2 years of Shelter in Place, we share some big news. And as we enter April, National Donate Life Month, we share a beautiful story from Laurel Morales of 2 Lives about asking for help when your life depends on it. Tell us what Shelter in Place has meant to you here. Listen and subscribe to 2 Lives episodes here. Complete show notes at www.shelterinplacepodcast.org Want to support this work?  Make a monthly or 1x donation at https://glow.fm/shelter/ Leave us a rating or review on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, or Spotify. Sign up for our weekly(ish) newsletter. Connect with us @shelterinplacepodcast@PodcastShelter 

In this episode Lana & Sue chat with Kelly Ranum, CEO of LOPA (Louisiana Organ Procurement Agency).  As a Community Educator with LOPA for nearly 19 years, Lana is thrilled to share her knowledge as well.  April is National Donate Life Month and a great time to talk about the importance of organ, eye and tissue donation.