Reservist Donates Kidney After Previously Giving Part of His Liver
Translated & summarized from Channel 13 by baba
Israel Hanukkah, an Israeli reservist with 650 days of service, donated a kidney to a stranger, years after donating part of his liver to his daughter. He was inspired to donate again after seeing a post from the "Matnat Chaim" organization.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Reservist Israel Hanukkah donated a kidney to a stranger.
- He previously donated part of his liver to his daughter.
- Hanukkah has served 650 days in military reserve duty.
- He was inspired by the "Matnat Chaim" organization.
- He believes everyone can contribute to society.
Israel Hanukkah, a reservist who has served 650 days in the Israeli military, has made an extraordinary act of donation by giving one of his kidneys to a complete stranger. This follows a previous donation where he gave part of his liver to his daughter.
Hanukkah's decision to donate a kidney was inspired by his personal history and a desire to contribute meaningfully beyond his military reserve service, especially after the outbreak of the recent war. He saw a post from the "Matnat Chaim" (Gift of Life) organization, filled out a form, and felt an immediate calling to proceed.
Eleven years prior, Hanukkah underwent a significant medical procedure when he donated a portion of his liver to save his daughter's life. He described the process then as requiring extensive tests and a three-month recovery period, but he felt he was the most suitable donor and had little hesitation.
Reflecting on his recent kidney donation, Hanukkah stated that he felt a strong urge to do something significant beyond his reserve duties. He emphasized the personal fulfillment he experienced throughout the process, stating, "The moment I decided to do it, I went all the way." He concluded with a message of universal contribution, saying, "Everyone can contribute to society."