A Market for Donor Kidneys Is Not the Reform the U.S. Needs
Though it takes hard work, it is possible to increase the number of organ donations and benefit patients.
Moment grandpa surprises family with first visit after "miracle" transplant
Kevin Finocchiaro underwent a stem cell transplant, which meant staying away from his entire family for a year.
Reason why woman refuses to donate kidney to dying sister backed
A licensed family therapist told Newsweek that the woman must assess how she'd feel as a result of either decision.
'I had a face transplant—now I've found love'
Joe DiMeo, 25, says it doesn't bother him when people look at him, telling Newsweek: "I would stare at me if I saw myself. I understand people are curious."
Transplant from pig to brain-dead man sparks breakthrough
In a breakthrough case, pig kidneys that had been genetically modified to reduce the risk of rejection worked just like human kidneys.
Another person appears to have been cured of HIV after stem cell transplant
Scientists demonstrate in a new study how bone marrow transplantation to treat leukemia can also treat HIV.
Prince Harry's claim he was born to be William's organ donor stuns fans
In his book, Harry says his purpose was to "provide back-up, distraction, diversion and, if necessary, a spare part," for his older brother.
Desperate Mom Searching for Kidney Donors Deemed Too Ill to Have Transplant
The mom of three from Wales was taken off the transplant list while she was in hospital as she needed to be in better health to undergo the procedure.
Woman Praised for Refusing to Visit Dying Mother to Make Amends
"Fact is it's taken her 35 years to wake up to herself. She deserves to go knowing that she failed you as your mother," one user said.
Man Donates 'Super Kidney' to Wife on Wedding Anniversary, Saves Her Life
The transplant happened to fall on their 36th wedding anniversary after he surprisingly was a match for his wife who had kidney disease.
Pig Used in Human Heart Transplant Had Virus, Patient 'Looked Infected'
Experts say the virus may have contributed to the death of David Bennett Sr., who died two months after the groundbreaking surgery in Maryland.
Double Lung Transplant Working 6 Months Later for Man With Terminal Cancer
Albert Khoury received the transplant in September and is doing well six months later.
Surgeon's Heartwarming Tweet About Seeing Former Patient Goes Viral
"It was really beautiful to see social media working in a positive way, to spread good news," Dr. Dinee Simpson told Newsweek.
Man With GM Pig Heart Dies Two Months After Groundbreaking Surgery
"We are devastated by the loss of [David] Bennett. He proved to be a brave and noble patient who fought all the way to the end," said Dr. Bartley Griffith.
Doctors 'Devastated' by Death of Man Who Got First Pig Heart Transplant
Doctors didn't give an exact cause of death for David Bennett, 57, but said his condition had started deteriorating several days earlier.
Matthew McConaughey Clears Up Hair Transplant Rumor After Battling Baldness
"I have more hair now than I had in 1999," Matthew McConaughey said of his successful efforts to boost his mane.
Unvaccinated Man Taken Off Transplant List Reignites Patient Debate
The man, who has refused to be vaccinated is no longer eligible for a heart transplant, per hospital policy.
First Ever Genetically Modified Pig-to-Human Kidney Transplant Successful
Specialists at the University of Alabama at Birmingham are optimistic that new peer-reviewed research will help dramatically reduce the massive organ shortage.
'I Performed The World's First Pig Heart Transplant'
The whole team had a moment of quiet before we started the surgery. It was such a treasure to share this with them.
Doctors Transplant Pig Heart Into Patient in First Experimental Surgery
"If this works, there will be an endless supply of these organs for patients who are suffering," said Dr. Muhammad Mohiuddin.
Pig Brain Cell Transplant Might Have Cured an Epileptic Sea Lion
After the procedure, the neuroscientist involved said Cronutt the sea lion is "essentially cured."
Patients Waiting for Life-Saving Organ Transplant Need COVID Vaccination
Australia's Queensland Health says patients seeking a kidney, lung or heart transplant must have two doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine.
Woman Hopes Father She's Never Met Will Save Life by Donating Bone Marrow
"I'm on a quest to find my father, it could potentially save my life," said Sarah Langdale, who suffers from a rare blood condition called aplastic anaemia.
'I Just Want a Chance': Father of 5 Needs Double-Lung, Heart Transplants
"I don't want to give up," Brian Karnes said with the help of a valve while in the ICU.
Woman Paints Hundreds of Rocks to Help Find Her Fiancé a Kidney Donor
Krystal Sparks started painting rocks to help find Robert Fallon a donor after he was diagnosed with an aggressive form of kidney disease in 2017.
Young Bone Marrow Boosts Brains of Old Mice
Study adds to growing evidence that blood cells play a role in cognitive decline—but human implications are still a long way off.
Human Organs Could Soon Be Delivered by Drones
A team of surgeons from the University of Maryland Medical Center are testing out how to transplant human organs for emergency transplants using drones.
Claire Wineland Dies Days After Lung Transplant
The 21-year-old was a tireless advocate for organ donation.
Scientists Transplant Lab-Grown Lungs Into Pigs
"This is a method to produce lungs for people who might need them."
All Adults in Argentina Now Organ Donors
"We ask that we prevent more people from losing their lives in our country and more families from being destroyed. You have today in your hands that huge possibility."