A Lovely Tribute To Those Involved In The Transplantation Process: A Heartfelt Documentary Honoring Life
The subject of transplantation is one that is near to my heart. I know in some circles it might still be considered controversial, but I feel that it constitutes the ultimate gift that one individual can give another. After my death (or brain death), I welcome the opportunity to have my body given to medicine where I might make a substantial difference in the lives of others. Of course, at this rate, I will likely be too unhealthy and decrepit to make much impact! But isn't it the thought that counts? Marc Smolowitz's stirring documentary "The Power of Two" tells the tale of twin sisters born with cystic fibrosis. At a young age, Anabel Stenzel and Isabel Stenzel Byrnes inadvertently became a popular human interest news story by writing and illustrating a children's book about their time in and out of hospitals. This unexpected focus brought the half-Japanese sisters a new purpose. Over the next twenty plus years, they have endured transplants, medical setbacks, and personal...
The Power of Two
This video was incredibly well done. Having been the spouse of a person with CF for 37 years, I cried throughout the video remembering what we went through. My husband survived 7 years with his transplanted lungs. I recommend this video to everyone as a tool to learn about CF and what these amazing people go through to live. I continue to pray for a cure. Diane Detmer, widow.Power of Two
Inspirational
This is an inspirational story very well told. You will learn a lot about organ donation, Cystic Fibrosis and they way other governments and cultures treat those in need of organ transplants. Save lives, be an organ donor! Sign up is easy, go to [...]
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