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Leslie Kaufman: Gift Of 8 Campaign
I am alive today because of an angel donor. I have an autoimmune liver disease - primary biliary cholangitis - that has treatment but no cure. Unfortunately, the illness is progressive and for some people a liver transplant is required. This was my situation. I was very ill, and failing quickly. While we searched for a live donor, time was running out. Due to the beautiful and selfless act of someone unknown to me, I received the gift of life in 2015. I am forever grateful to my donor, and have committed to paying it forward. In addition to being registered myself, I take every opportunity to inform people about the importance of organ and tissue donation, encouraging them to register, and to discuss their wishes with their loved ones. There is no greater gift and no greater legacy.