Vid of teen waking up after heart transplant has us BAWLING
A tear-jerking video (we advise many tissues) of a teenager waking up after a heart transplant has shown us the real, human effect of organ donation.
He wakes up and sobs, “I’m so happy, I’m so happy, I’ve been waiting so long. I can breathe again. I can talk. I feel amazing. I’ve never felt so good”.
15-year old Trevor posted the video, which was filmed from his hospital bed by his dad, to encourage viewers to become organ donors.
And the video has touched people all over the world (in fairness, how could it not?!)
“Damn, this gave me shivers,” said one commenter. “It's incredible to live in a time where the passing of one person can mean giving a chance to someone who might have otherwise been doomed. All respect for medical research, doctors and of course, the donor.”
While another (somewhat colourfully!) added: “Holy s*** that’s deep. Heart surgery too man I mean f*** dude. I'd just be happy to be alive and see my family after waking up from heart surgery. Kudos to you kid.”
How incredibly powerful. We wish this brave lad all the best in the future and thank him for sharing his deeply personal experience.
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