Friendship Saves Lives One Liver at a Time

When teacher Kathleen Gallegos was told she might wait years for a liver transplant, her friend and fellow educator Lorin Ybarra stepped in with a life-saving sacrifice—offering to donate a portion of her own liver. Their bond, forged over years of teaching and mentorship at Alamosa Elementary, turned into a powerful act of solidarity. Scheduled for December in Denver, the surgery will allow both women to recover and thrive as their livers regenerate. Kathleen, already feeling renewed hope, urges others to consider living donation—costs covered, risks shared, and lives saved. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2fd30d3d1ad4d00a