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Damian D Paige
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“I wanted to save a friend’s life.”
Damian Paige donated a kidney to a friend in need, becoming the first person at the hospital to donate to a non-family member.
Four years ago, he found out his remaining kidney function was falling short, and he was able to receive the gift of life himself.
He was featured as a Good News Story of the Day on LIVE with Kelly and Ryan. Watch it now:
Written by Emily Progin