MINNESOTA: Ben Malkin Celebrates Life After Double Organ Transplant, Urges Men to Sign Up Today

BLOOMINGTON, MINNESOTA, USA: This Father’s Day, Ben Malkin from Savage reflects on his journey from life-threatening illness to being a devoted father. Just two years ago, Ben, diagnosed with end-stage liver disease and kidney failure, faced a grim prognosis, with doctors giving him only 30 days to live. Now, he stands proudly with his two young daughters, celebrating what could have been an unimaginable milestone.

In a heartfelt recount, Ben shares how he, at 35, experienced a rapid decline in health, feeling as if his newlywed life was about to end. His condition grew dire, marked by severe jaundice, leading both him and his wife, Megan, to prepare for the worst. However, a double organ transplant changed everything—gifted by a stranger who chose to be an organ donor, giving Ben and his family a second chance at life.

As he celebrates this Father’s Day, Ben aims to raise awareness about the importance of organ donation. He emphasizes that donating organs is a selfless act that can profoundly impact lives, advocating for men to step up, as statistics show they register as donors at lower rates than women, despite being more likely to require a transplant themselves.

Sarah Sun from LifeSource also highlights this issue, stating that over 4,000 individuals in Minnesota are currently waiting for organ transplants. Tragically, today alone, 13 people may lose their lives while waiting for this critical medical intervention. Ben hopes his story inspires others to consider registration as an organ donor, illustrating the potential to change lives through a simple and generous decision.

First published 2025-06-13 19:37:09


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