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What Is National Donor Day?
National Donor Day helps raise awareness of people who need an organ donation. Find out how becoming an organ donor can save lives. Read More
Categorized as: Transplant
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10 Surprising Facts About Organ Donation
Get clear, simple facts about organ donation — who can donate, how it works, and why it saves lives. Learn the truth and make an informed decision. Learn More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Transplant
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Why People Travel to Pittsburgh — and UPMC — for Care They Can’t Receive Anywhere Else
We're offering whole new ways of delivering patient care. More than 30,000 patients travel to Pittsburgh each year for the world-class care at UPMC. Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine, Transplant
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How to Prepare for a Transplant When You Have Young Children
Receiving a life-saving transplant is a big deal. If you have young children, it can seem especially overwhelming. It is important to help them understand what a transplant is and how it may change your life — and theirs. Read More
Categorized as: Transplant
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Five Guidelines for Talking About Your Decision to Become a Living Donor
The decision to become a living donor is a big one. If you have already decided to become a donor, you may be worried about how your family and friends will react. Here are some guidelines you can follow when starting this conversation. Read More
Categorized as: Transplant
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Have Chronic Lung Disease? 5 Reasons to Be Evaluated for a Lung Transplant
Many people with chronic lung disease view lung transplants as a last resort. However, you may already be a candidate for a lung transplant. Learn why. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Senior Health, Transplant
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Alcohol and Your Liver: How Drinking Affects Liver Function
How does alcohol abuse affects the liver? It's important to understand how much drinking is too much and how can it affect your health and liver function. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Transplant
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Give Life This Season by Becoming an Organ Donor
It may sound dramatic to say you can give the gift of life holiday season. But by becoming an organ donor, you can do exactly that. Learn more from UPMC experts. Learn More
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He Gave the Gift of Life – Twice
Living organ donors give the gift of life. Pittsburgher Justin Reed has given the gift of life – twice. Learn more about his story. Learn More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Transplant
Transplant
The transplant experts at UPMC provide world-class information to educate you about your team, the process, and more. Find articles to help you and loved ones during the process, and learn important information about organ donation.
Look for articles about:
- Living Organ Donor Recipients and Their Loved Ones.
- Physical Therapy Advice.
- Why Is Exercise Important for Liver Disease Patients?
- Who Qualifies?
- Treatment Options for Chronic Kidney Disease.
- Becoming a Pediatric Living Donor.
- Risk Factors for Advanced Lung Disease.
- Fitness Before and After a Living Donor Transplant.
- Understanding Your Team.
- Benefits and Risks of Becoming a Living Liver Donor.
- Support Systems.
- Much More.
