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A mother’s lifesaving gift to her son
Michelle Fletcher donates her own kidney to her son Isaac.
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- March 24, 2023
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‘More than a frequent flyer’
In his battle against kidney disease, 11-year-old Isaac has become a familiar, smiling face at dialysis treatments.
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- March 25, 2022
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‘I can do this’
A Michigan teen's confidence and composure helped her navigate the long road to kidney transplant.
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- September 10, 2021
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‘Her spirit is just unbreakable’
Acacia shared her high school graduation ceremony with two special guests—a doctor and dietitian who helped her through kidney disease and a transplant.
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- August 21, 2020
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850 million people worldwide have kidney disease
But most people don't realize that kidney disease is a major health issue.
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- July 17, 2018
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‘An amazing, selfless act’
A teen’s need for a kidney transplant inspires a flood of volunteer donors.
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- May 6, 2016
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‘The Nutcracker’ dazzles kids
The Grand Rapids Ballet delivers a show just for young patients.
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- November 23, 2015
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Organ donation inspires ArtPrize entry
A kidney donation at age 2 saves artist's life, encourages him to spread the word.
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- September 24, 2015
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