Brother Donates Kidney, Gives Sibling Second Chance at Life
When Codey Stow's kidneys began failing, his older brother Sajarn didn't hesitate to offer one of his own. The life-saving donation has brought the Australian siblings closer than ever.
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Georgia Woman Beats Coma, Now Seeks Kidney Donor
A Georgia woman who miraculously recovered from a life-threatening coma is sharing her story of survival while searching for a kidney donor. Her journey from near-death to hope is inspiring others to consider organ donation.
NJ Teen Needs Kidney Donor in Weeks to Avoid Dialysis
A New Jersey eighth grader born with kidney disease is running out of time to find a living donor. The community is stepping up to help 13-year-old Thaddeus Giansanti get the life-saving transplant he needs.
Former MLB Star Dickie Thon Donates Kidney to Save Son
Former Houston Astros All-Star Dickie Thon, 67, donated a kidney to his son Joe in December 2025, giving the minor league coach a second chance at life after years battling kidney disease. The transplant was successful, and Joe is already preparing to return to coaching with the Dodgers' Triple-A team this spring.
Slovakia's First Robot Kidney Donation Saves Daughter
A mother in Slovakia donated her kidney to her 28-year-old daughter using groundbreaking robotic surgery, marking the country's first robot-assisted living kidney donation. The procedure offers hope for 370 patients waiting for transplants and could help address the organ shortage crisis.
Israel Sets Kidney Donor Record With 1,000 in One Photo
More than 1,000 living kidney donors gathered in Jerusalem to celebrate 2,000 life-saving transplants in Israel, shattering the previous world record of 410. The emotional ceremony honored everyday heroes who chose to give strangers the ultimate gift.
Israel's 2,000 Kidney Donors Set New World Record
Over 2,000 Israelis have donated kidneys to strangers in what's now officially recognized as the world's largest kidney donation network. After initially refusing the record submission, Guinness World Records reversed its decision and will honor this remarkable act of generosity.