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    Our 31-year-old son Brad was suddenly diagnosed with end stage kidney failure. You soon learn what faces you- dialysis, transplant or death. Brad commenced haemodialysis at St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne for 3 months, then opted for peritoneal home dialysis. It was impossible for him to work as…
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    It was early on Father’s Day when Brendan’s family left Jindalee to head down to the Gold Coast Motocross Club’s track for a practice day prior to the final round of the Queensland Junior Motocross series. Brendan was leading his class in the series and wanted to familiarise himself with the…
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    As Brent lay in a coma our family travelled from across the country to say their goodbyes, but Brent was to have another chance. The tragic end of one life gave him a new beginning when he received a donor liver – just in time.Unlike most children who need transplants, Brent developed rare…
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    Brett was the recipient of 2 corneal transplants and was adamant that should something happen to him 'they can take whatever they want'. It was noted on his driver's licence and something that he was passionate about. Never did I think I would need this information.Then out of the blue, Brett was…
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    At the age of 16 months Brett was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, the youngest in Canberra at that time. Throughout his school days, he led a full and eventful life with many school excursions, representing his school in athletics and playing soccer, tennis, golf, cricket and squash…
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    It was the day of the surgery: a laparoscopic nephrectomy for me, Patti (then aged 55), and a kidney to be transplanted into my brother Mark, then aged 45. Mark had been on dialysis for 10 months as a result of high blood pressure. He had minimal energy, was in and out of hospital and was…
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    Almost 11 months ago my life changed in a way you never think would happen to you. My husband had spent a week installing a kitchen for a mate, then had a glass of home brewed spirits and was poisoned by methanol. Five days later at the age of 49 Bruce was declared brain dead. Fortunately…
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    My uncle Bruce passed away suddenly early this year, just 49 years old. He adored his family and life. His other great love was his farm and his woodwork. He made the most amazing pieces of furniture and always loved his footy. His team was the West Tigers. When we received a phone call that…
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    A young, energetic and playful boy, many would find it hard to believe that 4 year old Cairo underwent a life-changing surgery when he was only 3. Cairo was born with Posterior Urethral Valves (PUV), which was not detected during mum Laura’s pregnancy. The PUV meant Cairo could not urinate…
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    Set your alarms! The annual Gift of Life Walk is on again in Canberra at Lake Burley Griffin. When: Tuesday 20 February.  What time: 6:30am to 8:30am AEDT – 7:00am walk start time.  Where: Meet at Rond Terrace, Commonwealth Park Gift of Life Incorporated is not-for-profit…
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