USA: A Lexington couple is facing a daunting challenge: Sharon Hayes, aged 59, desperately requires a life-saving liver transplant. Having lived with a debilitating birth defect affecting her pancreas, her health took a significant turn following its removal in 2020 due to complications from chemotherapy and a breast cancer diagnosis. Now, as her condition worsens, both she and her husband, Tom Shelton, find themselves on an urgent mission to find a living donor.
The couple’s journey is not only about the fight for Sharon’s life but also an educational campaign to raise awareness about the importance of organ donation. Tom, a former educator, has turned to social media to inspire others to consider becoming donors. He emphasizes that donating a portion of one’s liver is a relatively straightforward procedure that can regenerate, effectively allowing one donor to potentially save multiple lives, including that of his beloved wife.
Time is of the essence, as Sharon’s health could deteriorate rapidly while they await a compatible deceased donor, which adds another layer of urgency. The couple is reaching out to the community in hopes of finding a kind soul willing to step forward and offer help. Their story, marked by emotional strain yet unwavering determination, serves as a reminder of the power of compassion and community, as they invite others to take part in this vital cause.
Together, they aspire not just for Sharon’s recovery but for a new chapter in their lives, one filled with music, travel, and love, that they can share once again.
