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    In loving memory of Paul—our son ‘If tears could build a stairway, and memory a lane, I'd walk right up to Heaven and bring you home again.’ Paul was 22 years old when he passed away from an asthma attack.   Paul watched a news program on organ donation and one night said to us if…
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    A date forever etched in my mind was Friday the 13th June 1994, whilst it might be seen as unlucky for some; this date would change my life forever! After suffering with heart blockages, I finally presented to hospital for treatment and found myself whisked off to Sydney, operated on for…
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    When a tragic skateboarding accident led to a midnight phone call, a trip to the local hospital, and a high speed ambulance transfer to hospital, we were met with the news that Peter was unlikely to survive his critical head injuries. Peter was placed on a ventilator and, as a CAT scan revealed,…
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    I am proud to be a DonateLife Ambassador. I have been a registered organ and tissue donor since the 1980s, and have carried the card in my wallet. I've also made sure my family know what my donation decision is. When my mother passed away four years ago, at age 84, I consented for all of her…
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    As an active 75 year old widow I had to curtail many of my activities because of failing eye sight. I had to stop driving my car and doing dress making which I had done since I was a teenager. Reading was difficult and only possible with the aid of a strong magnifier. The cells of my cornea were…
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    I received a kidney/pancreas transplant in 2003, my son was born in 2005. I thought this would never be attainable, not only did my organ donor save my life but also gave the amazingly beautiful opportunity for me to become a Mother. In 2007 I needed another kidney transplant  as my…
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    My husband Ray received a kidney transplant. Ray had a rough life up to then with several medical problems including Alports Syndrome. After the transplant he spent many months in hospital. Under the amazing care of doctors and staff, Ray survived another 14 years before he passed away aged 48…
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    What do sports stars from the Western Bulldogs (AFL), Melbourne Storm (NRL), Sunshine Coast Lightning (ANL) and Australian Professional Leagues soccer teams all have in common? Article Date: Thursday, July 8, 2021 What do sports stars from the Western Bulldogs (AFL), Melbourne Storm (NRL…
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    Rebecca lived a very full life even though she passed away from a heart attack due to Type 1 Diabetes and Hyperthyroidism. The day I had always feared had finally come. Rebecca had diabetes from the age of seven and was continually in and out of hospital. Despite her illnesses and struggles…
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    If you are organising a DonateLife related event, let us know what you are doing by filling in an event form. Register your event If you are organising a DonateLife related event, let us know what you are doing by filling in an event form…
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We want all Australians to talk about organ and tissue donation. If you want to be a donor, make sure you tell your family and friends.

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