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Alicia Boyd called it her “Thanks for Not Dying Trip.” 💚🚢

As an intestinal transplant recipient, Alicia understands that travel often requires extra planning. This cruise, however, was about more than logistics. It was a chance to celebrate how far she’s come and enjoy the experiences that once felt uncertain.

Read about her travel experience, learn some great tips and tricks, and see what traveling can mean to a transplant recipient.

Check out the TransplantLyfe-Blogs link in bio.

#TransplantLyfe #IntestinalTransplant #LifeAfterTransplant #TravelAfterTransplant by @lyfebulb

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Join our Organ Donation Stories & Support panel at the TransplantLyfe and Temple Health Patient Summit for a conversation about the people behind donation and transplant, how to talk with loved ones about donation, and where to find support.

You’ll hear from:

▪️ Dinah Pratt, who received a deceased donor transplant on March 26, 2026
▪️ John Mulligan, RN, MSN, Transplant Nurse
▪️ Daniel Remer, PhD, Director of Transplant Education at Temple Health

Whether you’re considering donation, waiting for a transplant, or supporting someone you love, we hope you’ll join us.

📅 November 11, 2026
📍 Marriott Philadelphia West
🎟️ Free to attend
🔗 Register at TransplantLyfe.com

#OrganDonation #KidneyTransplant #TransplantStories #TempleHealth #TransplantLyfe by @lyfebulb

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What is daily life like with your anti-rejection medications? From side effects to managing your medication routine, your perspective matters.

We’re inviting transplant recipients to take a survey about their experiences with anti-rejection medications. Your responses can help researchers better understand patients’ challenges and unmet needs—and inform research into future treatment options.

Scan QR Code or go to link in bio.

Help us help you!

#TransplantLyfe #TransplantCommunity #PatientVoice #TransplantResearch #OrganTransplant by @lyfebulb

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This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we’re revisiting stories that offer an honest look at life with breast cancer. 🩷

Honoring everyone going through this battle and shedding light on another honest story of resilience.

Full story — link in bio.

#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #PinkOctober #CancerLyfe #PatientVoice by @lyfebulb

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The Kidney Transplant Summit is coming to San Diego in 2027! 💚

Sharp HealthCare, Balboa Nephrology, TransplantLyfe, and ReMend are coming together to create a day of connection, learning, and conversation for kidney patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

📅 February 5, 2027
📍 Sharp Prebys Education and Innovation Center, San Diego

Want to know when registration opens? Email jeanmarie@lyfebulb.com and we’ll let you know as soon as it goes live!

#KidneyTransplant #KidneyCommunity #TransplantLyfe #ReMend #SanDiego by @lyfebulb

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What do patients need to know as they move from dialysis toward transplant?

Join our Dialysis to Transplant panel for a practical, patient-centered conversation about transplant evaluation, transitioning from dialysis, nutrition, financial considerations, and available support resources.

Featured panelists include:

▪️ Diana Kline, Outreach Coordinator at Temple Health, discussing how patients are referred for transplant
▪️ Samantha “Sami” Sheinwald, MSN, RN, CCTC, Kidney-Pancreas Transplant Nurse Coordinator at Temple Health, explaining the journey from referral through transplant
▪️ Kathleen Meyer, RD, LD, Dietitian at Patient Care America, sharing nutrition guidance for patients navigating dialysis and transplant
▪️ Kelly Green, Executive Director of Help Hope Live, discussing the financial challenges patients face and resources that can help

Join us at the TransplantLyfe and Temple Health Patient Summit—a FREE day designed for patients, by patients.

📅 November 11, 2026
📍 Marriott Philadelphia West
🔗 Register at TransplantLyfe.com or follow the link in our bio

#Dialysis #KidneyTransplant #TransplantJourney #Transplantalyfe by @lyfebulb

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Real patients. Real side effects. Real resilience.

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we’re revisiting stories that offer an honest look at life with breast cancer.

🩷 Full story — link in bio.

#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #PinkOctober #CancerLyfe #PatientVoice by @lyfebulb

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Your care team can make all the difference in a kidney transplant journey. Having a team that truly cares about every detail of your health and recovery is something many of us are incredibly grateful for.

Join Jake and the conversation on KidneyLyfe as he shares more about his experience and the support that has helped him along the way.

What has helped you most on your kidney journey? Do you have a dedicated team supporting you? 💚

Join the conversation in the TransplantLyfe Forum at TransplantLyfe.com Because sometimes the best support comes from someone who has been there.

#KidneyLyfe #KidneyHealth #TransplantJourney #KidneyCommunity by @lyfebulb

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Meet the speakers joining The Patient Journey panel at the 2nd Annual TransplantLyfe + Temple Health Patient Summit.

Michael Tepedino received a living donor kidney transplant on June 17, 2026. He’ll share his experience navigating the transplant process and adjusting to life after transplant.

Marybeth Lawrence, BSN, RN, CCTC, is a Kidney Living Donor Nurse Coordinator at Temple Health. She’ll bring the provider perspective and share insight into helping patients prepare for and navigate their transplant journey.

Together, Michael and Marybeth will have an honest conversation about transplant timelines, fears, barriers, staying “transplant-ready,” and life after transplant.

📅 November 11, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
📍 Marriott Philadelphia West
🎟️ This event is free!

Register today at TransplantLyfe.com or click on the link in our bio!

#KidneyTransplant #LivingDonation #TransplantLyfe #TempleHealth #PatientSummit by @lyfebulb

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Join us for a special conversation with Alison from Bonus Days about the power of sharing our experiences, finding connection in one another’s stories, and an exciting new collaboration inspired by a community book club.

Whether you enjoy reading personal stories, sharing your own experiences, or simply connecting with people who understand the transplant journey, we would love to have you join us!

🗓️ 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞: September 30th
⏰ 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: 6:30 PM EST

📅 Sign up now at 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐋𝐲𝐟𝐞.𝐜𝐨𝐦 or access the link through our stories or bio!

#BonusDaysMagazine #SupportGroup #TransplantCommunity #DonateLife by @lyfebulb

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Hear from kidney transplant recipient Kevin as he reflects on his experience at last year’s TransplantLyfe and Temple Health Patient Summit! 💙

Join us for a FREE day designed for patients, by patients.

Hear from transplant recipients, care partners, and healthcare providers. Connect with others who truly understand the journey and learn more about preparing for transplant, organ donation, life after transplant, and what the future of transplantation may hold.

📅 November 11, 2026
📍 Marriott Philadelphia West | West Conshohocken, PA
🎟️ This event is completely FREE!

Register today at TransplantLyfe.com or through the link in our bio.

A special thank you to our generous sponsors: Eledon, Hansa, Sanofi, Natera, Help Hope Live, LUX, Takeda, Veloxis, and Patient Care America. Without your support, this event would not be possible.

#KidneyTransplant #TempleHealth #TransplantLyfe #PatientSummit #OrganDonation TransplantCommunity by @lyfebulb

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Our team has been out in the community connecting, advocating, educating, and making a difference! 💙

From sharing personal experiences to supporting patients and raising awareness, we are proud to see our team turning passion into action in their own communities.

How are you making a difference in your community? Tag us so we can celebrate what you’re up to!

@donatelifekentucky
@donatelifemaryland
@sdremend
@balboanephrology
@sharphealthcare
@AKF

#TransplantLyfe #TransplantCommunity #PatientAdvocacy #OrganDonation by @lyfebulb

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