by Janine Magree | Jul 24, 2020 | Organ Donor Awareness, Organ Donor Stories
Once in a while, we come across that rare being whose approach to life is a dizzying whirlwind of philanthropy, family, industry, and achievement. Michelle Michael is one such person. The eldest of four children, Michelle was born in Osindisweni Hospital in...
by Janine Magree | May 28, 2020 | Organ Donor Awareness, Organ Donor Stories
I don’t think anybody was prepared for the curveballs that 2020 has thrown at us! The current situation we are facing is almost surreal – and quite terrifying. Trying to protect a vulnerable child – from both the virus and also any illness or injury that would require...
by Janine Magree | Mar 17, 2020 | Organ Donor Awareness, Organ Donor Stories
I am Praveena Vather and I am from Pietermaritzburg. Twenty years ago, I underwent a complete heart transplant at Entabeni Hospital in Durban, becoming the first female to undergo such a transplant in KwaZulu-Natal. Today I am proud to report that I am also the first...
by Janine Magree | Dec 6, 2019 | Organ Donor Awareness, Organ Donor Stories
I should have died 18 months ago. lnstead, I was reborn after I received a liver from a young man who passed away, but saved my life. A true hero, he will always be part of me. His legacy will continue through my life. This is my story. A story of undeserved grace...