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Mindy Kraft’s life was in jeopardy.
For years, she had endured medications, treatments and procedures that allowed her to make it to this point. She was feeling worse and worse and knew that her options were few. Doctors said that a liver transplant was the only option left. She was placed on the waiting list, but there were no guarantees that an organ would be found in time for transplant.
"At this point, my filtration level is about 14%... and, at 10%, it means you are definitely in need of dialysis." Brendan Coakley
There are many reasons why people love this event but primarily, they participate to honor a loved one touched by donation or transplantation, or...
Individuals who are African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian or Pacific Islanders, American Indian or Alaskan Natives make up 60% of the national waiting...