‘Bloody competitive’: Welcome to the Olympics for the organ transplant world
More than just a chance to show off their sporting prowess, these coming games are a chance for organ transplant recipients to meet others like them and give hope to those still waiting for a life-saving donation.
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The Australian Transplant Games are an event where organ transplant recipients compete in various sports, with the 18th edition taking place next month in Tasmania.
- Lauren Ball, a 21-year-old transplant recipient, will participate in the games.
- Ball received a lung transplant from a young donor.
- The event promotes awareness and community among transplant recipients.
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‘Bloody competitive’: Welcome to the Olympics for the organ transplant world
- TAThe Age (AU)Left
‘Bloody competitive’: Welcome to the Olympics for the organ transplant world
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‘Bloody competitive’: Welcome to the Olympics for the organ transplant world
Why it matters
- The games will promote awareness and community among transplant recipients, and provide a platform for participants to share their stories
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