Janelle Gabel, a 36-year-old mother of three, made the extraordinary decision to become a living kidney donor. Her journey began when her elementary school friend was diagnosed with kidney disease, sparking an immediate sense that she would be the one to help.
From the initial testing to the life-changing surgery, Janelle’s unwavering commitment to her friend led to not just one, but two transformed lives.
Now, approaching her six-month follow-up, she shares her remarkable story of organ donation, the surprisingly peaceful experience of her first-ever surgery, and how this selfless act has changed her perspective on life.
Janelle’s life-changing decision to donate her kidney not only transformed her friend’s life but also set in motion a chain of events that affected multiple lives for the better.
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