URSULA SHARP – KIDNEY DISEASE/NEED FOR LIVE DONORS - 8 12 23URSULA SHARP – KIDNEY DISEASE/NEED FOR LIVE DONORS - 8 12 23
American Medicine Today - Radio
ACCORDING TO THE UNITED NETWORK FOR ORGAN SHARING, MORE THAN 100,000 PEOPLE ARE ON THE TRANSPLANT WAITING LIST (WITH ALMOST 90% OF THOSE SPECIFICALLY HOPING FOR A KIDNEY). JOINING US TO DISCUSS THE IMPORTANCE OF THE NEED FOR MORE LIVE DONORS IS URSULA...
10:14•12 Aug 2023
Ursula Sharp's Battle with Kidney Disease: The Lifesaving Need for Live Donors
Episode Overview
- Ursula Sharp shares her decade-long journey with kidney disease, emphasizing the importance of early detection and proactive healthcare.
- The episode sheds light on the impact of kidney disease on overall health and the heart, highlighting the significance of healthcare education and regular check-ups.
- Listeners gain valuable insights into the misconceptions surrounding live organ donation and the process of becoming a living donor.
- Ursula's day-to-day experiences with dialysis and her dedication to maintaining a balanced lifestyle amidst treatment offer a raw and authentic perspective on living with end-stage renal failure.
- The podcast serves as a compelling call to action, urging listeners to consider the gift of life through live organ donation and raising awareness for the critical need for donors.
“Your organs are very vital and you have to pay attention to the whole story and ask the right questions to your medical care team.”
Imagine waiting years for a life-saving kidney transplant. That's the reality for over 100,000 people in the United States, with nearly 90% needing a kidney. In this heartfelt episode of 'American Medicine Today', Ursula Sharp opens up about her struggle with end-stage renal failure and her two-year journey on dialysis. Through her story, you'll get a glimpse into the emotional and physical toll of kidney disease, as well as the urgent need for live organ donors.
Ursula's candid discussion sheds light on the critical importance of early detection and education, aiming to dispel myths and encourage more people to consider becoming live donors. This episode isn't just informative; it's a powerful call to action to help save lives.
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