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pediatric kidney transplant

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Dad’s gift to daughter: A new kidney

"I would do it a thousand times over,” he says.

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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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‘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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‘I can do this’

A Michigan teen's confidence and composure helped her navigate the long road to kidney transplant.

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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.

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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‘An amazing, selfless act’

A teen’s need for a kidney transplant inspires a flood of volunteer donors.

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‘The Nutcracker’ dazzles kids

The Grand Rapids Ballet delivers a show just for young patients.

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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.