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When Christiaan Barnard performed the world’s first human-to-human heart transplant in December, 1967, in South Africa, the operation was regarded as a great victory for science, much as the first moon landing would two years later.

Over 2000 gather at service to honour organ donors and their families

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Over 2000 gather at service to honour organ donors and their families
Westmeath woman and donor mother celebrate kidney transplant 40 years ago

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Westmeath woman and donor mother celebrate kidney transplant 40 years ago
Donors fund ā€˜life-changing’ home renovations

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Donors fund ā€˜life-changing’ home renovations
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Teacher’s stunning surprise saves young student
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Stricter EU limits means hospitals may have a shortage of blood supplies
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A woman who gave birth to a girl after a man agreed to donate sperm has lost a family court fight over the youngster’s future.

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Kidney donor gave me the gift of life

I received a kidney transplant just before Christmas 2013. I am writing to describe the effect it has on my life.

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