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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Aunt donates kidney to nephew in Aracaju: 'to donate there must be this true love'

In Aracaju, a woman donates her kidney to her nephew, changing his life after years of struggling with renal illness.

Mar 21 • 22:44 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

UK-Nigeria pact fuels talk of Ekweremadu’s return

A new UK-Nigeria agreement could facilitate the repatriation of Ike Ekweremadu and others convicted of various offenses in the UK.

Mar 21 • 00:09 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Scientists transform a human organ and make it compatible for universal recipients for the first time

Researchers have successfully modified a human organ to increase its compatibility for universal organ transplant recipients, potentially addressing key challenges in organ transplantation.

Mar 19 • 14:17 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The small organ that we all consider finished and is now linked to the risk of death and disease

A recent study highlights the importance of the thymus gland in adulthood, revealing its link to lower mortality and disease risk.

Mar 19 • 13:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Maria de Lourdes Abreu, judge of the Court of Justice of the Federal District, dies at 73

Maria de Lourdes Abreu, a respected judge in Brazil, passed away at the age of 73 due to multiple organ failure after a prolonged illness.

Mar 19 • 12:34 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A small forgotten organ in the body has been found to predict the risk of illness and death

Research has revealed that the thymus, a lesser-known organ, plays a significant role in predicting health outcomes.

Mar 19 • 09:01 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Shrinking organ that decreases with age matters greatly for your lifespan

The article discusses the thymus, an organ vital for the immune system, which shrinks with age and affects overall longevity.

Mar 18 • 16:02 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Wild discovery: An overlooked organ beneath your sternum may determine how long you live

A recent article discusses the thymus, a small but crucial organ located beneath the sternum, which plays a vital role in the production of T-cells essential for the immune system.

Mar 18 • 16:02 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

In Latvia, dozens of people are waiting for life-saving organ transplants

Over 100 individuals in Latvia are currently waiting for life-saving organ transplants, as revealed by a representative from Paula Stradiņš Clinical University Hospital.

Mar 18 • 09:23 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Digital Register: Half a Million Organ Donation Declarations Online

Over 500,000 people in Germany have documented their organ donation preferences in a digital central register, indicating a strong trend towards consent for organ donation.

Mar 18 • 03:02 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Anna Lapwood, the 'TikTok organist', turns viral videos into sold-out concerts

Anna Lapwood, known as the 'TikTok organist', has turned her social media success into a worldwide concert phenomenon, delighting audiences with a mix of classical organ music and popular film scores.

Mar 17 • 21:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Family donates organs of PM who died in motorcycle accident with truck in Sorocaba

The family of a young police officer who died in a motorcycle accident in Sorocaba has chosen to donate his organs, highlighting his legacy of service.

Mar 17 • 15:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Relatives and hospital staff honor organ donor in Palmas

Relatives and staff at Hospital Geral de Palmas paid tribute to organ donor Alex de Albuquerque Silva during Brazil's first organ donation of 2026.

Mar 16 • 15:37 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Onassis Foundation: At the Forefront of Training in Transplant Immunology

A scientific seminar on transplant immunology took place at the Onassis Hospital, focusing on the evaluation of organ transplants and modern laboratory practices.

Mar 16 • 15:09 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

Could this Chinese breakthrough pave way for global organ transplant system?

Chinese researchers have achieved a breakthrough in organ preservation that could significantly enhance the global organ transplant system by allowing longer transportation times for organs.

Mar 16 • 09:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Harish Rana will give new life to many after leaving the world

Harish Rana from Ghaziabad is nearing the end of a long and silent battle, with his neighbors reflecting on the hope that his passing may grant new life through organ donation.

Mar 16 • 07:31 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

What is the appendix for? Biologists explain the evolution of the organ

The article explores the evolutionary significance of the appendix, challenging the common perception that it is a useless vestige.

Mar 15 • 21:00 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DR Congo: Panic in Katanga after rumors of genital organ disappearances

In Katanga, DR Congo, there is widespread panic due to rumors claiming that men's genital organs are mysteriously disappearing through physical contact, leading to violence and at least four deaths.

Mar 15 • 05:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Regional Hospital of Baixo Amazonas conducts first organ donation of 2026 in Santarém

The Regional Hospital of Baixo Amazonas in Santarém performed its first organ donation of 2026, successfully harvesting two kidneys and two corneas.

Mar 13 • 17:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Former Second World War Soldier, 100, Becomes Oldest-Known US Organ Donor

Dale Steele, a 100-year-old WWII veteran, has been recognized as the oldest known organ donor in the US following his death.

Mar 13 • 11:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

"I don't need organs after death": fears surround organ donation, but Minister of Social Affairs Joller and Doctor Popov are unafraid

Estonia faces a significant shortage of organ donors, with only about 58,000 people registered as donors, prompting health officials to encourage more participation despite societal fears and myths.

Mar 13 • 09:58 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

WARNING: A widely used painkiller causes irreversible damage to this organ

A common daily habit of taking painkillers may unexpectedly pose serious health risks to a vital organ for certain individuals.

Mar 13 • 06:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

“I want to be remembered as a good person by my daughter” - A 40-year-old man donates organs to save five lives after leaving his 60-day-old daughter

A 41-year-old man from Busan, who was declared brain dead, donated his organs, saving five lives and leaving behind a heartfelt message for his newborn daughter.

Mar 13 • 02:07 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Edmonton woman desperate for kidney donation turns to the community for help on World Kidney Day

Delana Rovensky, a woman from Edmonton suffering from end-stage kidney failure, appeals to the community for a living kidney donor on World Kidney Day.

Mar 12 • 23:21 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

"They gave me a new opportunity to live," says patient who received a kidney transplant after 9 years of dialysis

Galo Quinto, after suffering from chronic kidney failure for nine years, finally receives a kidney transplant, giving him a renewed chance at life.

Mar 12 • 11:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

'I don't miss my kidney, I gave my daughter a second chance.' However, families often remain silent about organ donation out of fear

Olga donated her kidney to her daughter Jana, who was diagnosed with a serious kidney condition, highlighting the personal struggles and societal stigma surrounding organ donation.

Mar 12 • 05:07 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"A national first": a double transplant successfully performed on a diabetic patient from a deceased donor

French medical teams have successfully performed a double organ transplant combining a kidney and pancreatic cells on a type 1 diabetic patient, marking a national first in France.

Mar 10 • 19:23 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A three-year-old boy received a heart transplant using a novel technique in a national hospital

A landmark heart transplant procedure using a novel regional normothermic perfusion technique was successfully performed on a three-year-old boy in an Argentine national hospital.

Mar 10 • 19:04 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

He crashed with the paraglider. It was a gift from her boyfriend

A young woman tragically died in Tenerife after a paragliding accident, with her organs donated to save other lives.

Mar 10 • 11:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Singer Yoo Yeol, who received a lung transplant, appointed as an ambassador for organ donation

Yoo Yeol, a singer who received a lung transplant from a brain-dead donor, has been appointed as a joint ambassador for life sharing and continues to advocate for organ donation awareness.

Mar 9 • 21:02 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Professor on kidney diseases: it is a patient organ - it "silently" endures for a long time

A professor emphasizes the importance of early detection of kidney diseases due to their often asymptomatic progression until significant damage occurs.

Mar 9 • 16:18 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Twins, a newborn, and a famous musician who nearly did not survive surgery: Surgeon Froněk describes last year's unique transplants

Surgeon Jiří Froněk discusses his groundbreaking work in transplant surgeries during the past year, highlighting unique cases including a famous musician and a pair of twins.

Mar 9 • 09:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After years of kidney problems, Jackson Antunes receives a kidney from his wife and celebrates recovery

Actor Jackson Antunes has undergone a kidney transplant from his wife after a long battle with health issues, celebrating his recovery with humor and gratitude.

Mar 9 • 00:32 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Domenico's Mother: "My 11-Year-Old Son Told Me: Make Them Pay"

The mother of Domenico reflects on the tragic death of her son following a heart transplant that went awry due to improperly handled transportation.

Mar 8 • 17:28 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"An organ for confirming the opinions of the supreme leader": what is the Assembly of Experts, responsible for appointing Ali Khamenei's successor?

The Assembly of Experts in Iran has reached a consensus on a new leader to succeed Ali Khamenei following his recent death due to military strikes.

Mar 8 • 13:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Family donates organs of nurse killed by hammer blows from firefighter in MS

The family of nurse Liliane de Souza Bonfim Duarte decided to donate her organs following her confirmation of brain death after being brutally attacked by her husband, a military firefighter.

Mar 6 • 21:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Piauí: Simultaneous organ donations benefit 10 patients in five states

A successful organ donation coordinated by the Getúlio Vargas Hospital in Brazil has benefited ten patients across five states by providing vital transplants.

Mar 6 • 17:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Woman dies after being struck with a hammer by firefighter sergeant; family authorizes organ donation

51-year-old nurse Liliane de Souza Bonfim Duarte succumbed to injuries inflicted by her husband, a firefighter sergeant, in Ponta Porã, Brazil; her family has decided to donate her organs.

Mar 6 • 16:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Campinas Region Experiences Increase in Family Refusals for Organ Donation in 2025; See the Longest Waiting Lists for Transplantation

The Campinas region of Brazil has seen a rise in family refusals for organ donation from 2024 to 2025, amidst growing waiting lists for transplants.

Mar 6 • 16:05 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Thessaloniki: Organ donation from a 50-year-old who passed away in the ICU of 'Papageorgiou'

A 50-year-old man who died in the ICU of 'Papageorgiou' hospital in Thessaloniki has donated his organs, which will provide life-saving transplants for patients in need.

Mar 6 • 13:22 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Jackson Antunes undergoes kidney transplant after wife's donation and reports difficult phase of health

Actor Jackson Antunes recently underwent a kidney transplant made possible by his wife's donation, impacting his health journey significantly.

Mar 5 • 23:09 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Green Shirt Day continues 8 years after Humboldt Broncos crash

Green Shirt Day is commemorated eight years after the tragic Humboldt Broncos crash, honoring Logan Boulet's legacy as an organ donor.

Mar 4 • 12:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cyclist who died after being hit by a car on RS-115 had registered his wish to donate organs in life; learn how it works

Isac Emanuel Ribeiro da Silva, a 35-year-old cyclist, died after being hit by a car, and his prior registration as an organ donor helped facilitate the donation process for his family.

Mar 4 • 06:00 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Michaela in Umeå got new lungs – saved at the last moment

Michaela Andersson, who suffered from a rare and severe lung disease, received a lung transplant just in time to save her life after a rapid decline in health.

Mar 4 • 04:30 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Belleville family turns loss of infant son into legacy of organ donation

The Redner family from Belleville, Ontario, transformed their heartbreaking experience of losing their infant son into a legacy of organ donation, helping to save another child’s life.

Mar 3 • 21:11 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

"Reijo's Floppy Sex Organ" was too much - multiple complaints were made about this advertisement

Multiple complaints were lodged against Pohjantähti Mutual Insurance Company's advertisement referencing "Reijo's floppy sex organ," which many found offensive to those suffering from erectile dysfunction.

Mar 3 • 18:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Young men bought the Turku Cathedral choir organ at an auction for 140 euros: 'It was a bargain'

Two students purchased a choir organ from Turku Cathedral at an online auction for just 140 euros, calling it a steal.

Mar 3 • 11:54 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"Come back as my daughter again"... 16-year-old only daughter sacrificed by drowsy driving gifted new life to six people

A 16-year-old girl tragically lost her life in a drowsy driving accident, and her family decided to donate her organs, giving six people a second chance at life.

Mar 3 • 01:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Heart transported by private plane from the countryside to São Paulo for transplant

A heart was transported from São José do Rio Preto to São Paulo by a private plane for a transplant operation as part of a state program in Brazil.

Mar 2 • 23:17 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Latvia will be able to join the Nordic Organ Exchange Network

Latvia's Paula Stradins Clinical University Hospital has received accreditation from the European Federation of Immunogenetics, enabling it to join the Nordic organ exchange network, Scandiatransplant.

Mar 2 • 09:46 UTC

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