First published 2024-11-19 19:38:52 Derek Puff's remarkable journey of transformation began after a life-altering event at 19 years old that resulted in the loss of most of his facial features. Following
STORY SUMMARY Taiwan, known for its high prevalence of dialysis patients, is exploring advanced solutions to its organ shortage crisis through xenotransplantation. According to the Taiwan Society of Nephrology, about 96,000
STORY SUMMARY A 47-year-old woman, Connie Culp, who underwent the nation's first face transplant at the Cleveland Clinic in 2008, is now advocating for organ donation. "I look great because of
STORY SUMMARY Janelle and Matt, a courageous couple, shared their heart-wrenching journey of their daughter Isabelle, born on April 17. Despite an uncomplicated pregnancy, Isabelle began experiencing feeding issues at five
STORY SUMMARY In this season of giving, an extraordinary act of generosity has formed an unforgettable bond between two families. Connie Kulp, whose life was transformed by a face transplant after
STORY SUMMARY A heartwarming initiative in Montgomery County where children facing severe medical challenges, including organ transplants, can enjoy carefree summer activities at Camp Jeremy. This special camp, organized by The
STORY SUMMARY Philadelphia native Jesse Kyle, a professional Jazz and soul singer renowned for her 25 years performing the national anthem at 76ers games, has overcome immense health challenges, including surviving
A Portsmouth man was honored as a hero when his family made the decision to take him off life support and donate his heart, making him just the third person
29-year-old Zack Pate, a Portsmith man, passed away after becoming just the third person in the US with HIV to donate their heart. Pate, who was taken off life support
Ronald Davis, a man from Shayer, has defied the odds multiple times in his battle with health issues. Diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma at 19 and surviving a Widow Maker heart
In 2017, Heather Winfrey surprised her sick husband Steve with a custom baseball card revealing she was a match to donate her kidney to him. The video went viral, leading
Over the past 50 years, South Texas Blood and Tissue has provided for patients at over 100 hospitals, helping those battling cancer, chronic disease, and traumatic injuries. Jacob and Olivia,
