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Episode 3: Graham and Lorraine Matthew

Graham and Lorraine Matthew

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Anna Magnusson hears why Lorraine chose to become a living kidney donor for her brother.

Anna Magnusson hears why Lorraine Matthew chose to become a living kidney donor for her younger brother Graham.

Imagine your brother is gravely ill - How far would you go to save him? Would you be prepared to donate one of your organs knowing there might be a risk to your own health? Well, that's exactly what Lorraine Matthew did for her younger brother Graham, who was suffering from kidney failure. 
In today's Sibling Stories, Anna Magnusson finds out why Lorraine chose to become a living donor and how Graham coped receiving such a generous gift. Anna also explores how such a a selfless act changes the sibling relationship.

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Anna Magnusson talks to siblings about what bonds their relationship.

Anna Magnusson meets siblings from a range of backgrounds to discuss the elements that define and unite their special relationships.

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