State trooper donates kidney, liver to strangers
Summary
Minnesota State Trooper Kristie Sue Hathaway donated a kidney in 2021 and a portion of her liver in 2024 to strangers in need. Living organ donation involves giving an organ or part of an organ to someone else while the donor is still alive, which can save lives due to long transplant waitlists.Key Facts
- Kristie Sue Hathaway donated a kidney in 2021 and part of her liver in May 2024 to strangers.
- Both donations were non-directed, meaning she did not know the recipients.
- Living organ donation mostly involves kidneys and parts of livers because other organs can't usually be donated while alive.
- Over 101,000 people in the U.S. wait for kidney transplants, but only about 17,000 receive one yearly.
- Around 14,000 people wait for liver transplants in the U.S.
- Living donors undergo health screening and medical follow-ups after donation to ensure safety.
- Donors can lead normal active lives after recovery, including running and other physical activities.
- There is a shortage of deceased donor organs, so living donations are important to help save lives.
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