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A tale of kidneys and lives saved Platte Valley staff share their experiences as lifesaving donors
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Platte Valley Hospital President Jaime Campbell didn’t know it, but her family’s history with polycystic kidney disease would lead her to a career in the medical field. Campbell was one of three Platte Valley staff that shared their experiences as living donors April 18 to spread awareness of organ donation and save lives during National Donate Life Month. April is designated annually to spread awareness about organ donation and encourage Americans to register as organ, eye, and tissue donors. According to the Donor Alliance Organ & Tissue Donation organization, tens of thousands of people suffering from disease, injury, trauma or blindness are saved by organ, eye and tissue transplants annually. LOCAL OPINION SPORTS LEGAL PUZZLE CLASSIFIEDS
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Jaime Campbell, President at Platte Valley Medical Center Intermountain Health with her uncle Don who received a kidney from her 27-years ago. Courtesy photo
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