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A kidney for Christmas

Every year, a handful of New Zealanders donate one of their kidneys to a total stranger. Alex Casey meets one of them.

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Man whose life was saved by brother's kidney urges others to consider same 'gift'

Brothers Gabor​ and Zoltan Flamis​ have been best friends their whole lives. Now in their 30s and 40s they're closer than ever, after a life-changing gift. On September 22, 2021​, when Gabor – a father to a 3-year-old​ – had barely any kidney function left, Zoltan donated a kidney to him, in one of 85​ live kidney donations in Aotearoa last year. More than a year on, the brothers now advocate for live organ donation, and want to raise awareness that those who choose to donate can both save a life, and live a full life of their own.

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Game-changing' new technique in kidney transplants could help ethnic minorities get help faster

A new technique described as potentially "game-changing" in kidney transplants has been developed by scientists from Cambridge University in the United Kingdom. It could assist with Māori and Pacific peoples, who are less likely to receive a kidney transplant here in Aotearoa New Zealand.

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Had the conversation? Altruistic donation

Only a handful of New Zealanders have donated their kidney to a complete stranger - would you? Watch this update by Seven Sharp for the full story.

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Kidney transplant a family affair

Frankie Boyd lives a happy and good life today, 15 years after receiving a kidney transplant from his sister Marrise. The two siblings and their mum Francis talk to The Gisborne Herald to promote awareness and encourage more people to become organ donors . . .

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What is it like to receive a new Kidney

To mark World Kidney Day, Jesse speaks to Kidney Health NZ General Manager Michael Campbell and transplant recipient Katherine Paton.

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