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Teen Thriving After Rare Intestinal Transplant Prompted by Lawn Mower Accident

Apr 30, 2026

“Organ donation can change many people’s lives in ways you couldn’t imagine. And if someone else who had a transplant reads this, I hope they feel encouraged to pursue anything they want in life.”
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Susan Rosenthal  patient story

Stronger Than the Struggle: Living Fully After Major Surgery

Apr 28, 2026

“There was not a person who wasn’t good to me,” Susan says. “Everybody was amazing. I can’t say enough about Cleveland Clinic.”
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After being diagnosed with sarcoidosis at the age of 12, Scarlette has turned to advocacy to help others.

Teen Living With Rare Sarcoidosis Finds Purpose Through Advocacy

Apr 27, 2026

“There are going to be bad and scary days, but you have to trust yourself that it’s going to be OK.”
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