The Transplant Games in Coventry bring together athletes who have undergone organ transplants to raise awareness about organ donation. Flora King, a 25-year-old athlete, had a kidney transplant when she was 13 years old and says she “wouldn’t be here today” without it. She takes steroids and other medications to keep her body from rejecting the new organ. Despite the need for medication and extra precautions during sports, athletes like Flora find participating in the games to be a pivotal part of their recovery.
The Transplant Games allow participants to compete in various sports events and share experiences with others who have gone through similar medical procedures. The games not only serve as a celebration of the athletes’ triumph over their conditions but also aim to promote organ donation and encourage more people to sign up as donors. Many participants have had multiple organ transplants and will need to stay on medication for the rest of their lives, but they are motivated by the life-changing opportunities that the games bring.
