A former official of the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has alleged that he was denied salary for 15 months after he underwent a kidney transplantation, almost putting him to starvation. …
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Heart Transplantation
Selma family seeks prayers and support as baby awaits heart transplant
by News Sourceby News SourceSELMA, Calif. — A Selma family is asking for prayers and community support as their 11-month-old daughter, Camila Chagoya, waits for a new heart. Camila underwent emergency surgery on Monday …
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THE CRASH. THE NAME OF THE PERSON KILLED HAS NOT BEEN RELEASED. WE HAVE AN UPDATE ON THE CASE AGAINST GOVERNOR GAVIN NEWSOM’S EX TOP AIDE, WHO IS FACING NEARLY …
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Lung Transplantation
Northwestern Medicine surgeons develop a total artificial lung system to keep a patient alive for 48 hours after removing both lungs, enabling a double-lung transplant
by News Sourceby News SourceArtificial lung system For the sickest acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) patients, clinicians often rely on prolonged life support and time, hoping the lungs can recover. …
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Dialysis
Kidney disease has taken a toll on my mental health, but transplant stories give me hope
by Amyby AmyA 37-year-old nurse from Hampshire has spent more than two years receiving dialysis, while waiting for a kidney transplant that could transform her life. Hema Thapa, who needs to dialyse five nights a week to stay alive, is speaking out to raise awareness …
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Liver Transplantation
Celebrating 40 years of UHN’s Liver Transplant Program – UHN Foundation
by Kevin Geddesby Kevin GeddesPhysicians and staff from UHN’s Liver Transplant Program gathered for a symposium celebrating the program’s 40-year milestone. (Photo: UHN) It all began with one patient, one transplant and one bold …
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News
Pitching in: After their daughter received a liver transplant, this couple launched a gala fundraiser
by Paul Waldieby Paul WaldieOpen this photo in gallery: From left: Tim, Owen, Caleb, Elizabeth, Isabella and Tessa Tutsch.Supplied The organizers: Tim and Elizabeth Tutsch The pitch: Raising $2-million and climbing The cause: To …
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Dialysis
Ask a Doctor: Lifestyle and health are factors in deciding between dialysis and kidney transplant
Q: If someone’s kidneys are failing, how do they decide between staying on dialysis or pursuing a kidney transplant? ––– A: This is one of the most common and difficult questions …
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Kidney Transplantation
New Therapy Could Make Life Better for Kidney Transplant Patients
by News Sourceby News SourceDavid Quan, PharmD, pharmacy supervisor at UCSF Pharmaceutical Services, shows the many bottles of medication are commonly prescribed for kidney transplant patients at discharge. Photo by Susan Merrell A new …
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Bone marrow transplantion
BBCStem cell donation: ‘Only one known person in the world can save my life’Sian, 56, said it was "very difficult to be upbeat" after being told last year she needed a stem cell transplant to survive,….1 day ago
BBCStem cell donation: ‘Only one known person in the world can save my life’Sian, 56, said it was “very difficult to be upbeat” after being told last year she needed …