St. Louis, MO, July 26, 2026 —

A Phoenix firefighter has made a life-saving donation of a kidney to her husband, who also serves as a firefighter. The husband was diagnosed with a rare kidney disease that led to stage 5 kidney failure.

The couple, identified as being in their late 20s and early 30s, discovered they were a perfect match for the transplant. The surgery was performed and has been reported as successful.

Both individuals are currently recovering at home. They are anticipating a return to their professional duties as firefighters following their recovery period.



Story summarized from the original created by Micaela Marshall, Gray News staff on www.firstalert4.com, see more information here.

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