IT IS twenty years this week since Liz Hosford underwent a kidney transplant that not only saved but transformed her life. Ever since that day, Liz has taken the phrase “Carpe Diem” to the max as every day is a whirlwind of activities and commitments.
Someone needs to bottle Liz’s DNA as she has such unrivalled energy. Professional double bassist, Transplant athlete (winning 130 medals), mother-of-two,
Liz’s mother donated the kidney after Liz suffered renal failure when she was 17.
Liz said: “My mum and dad were tested to see if they could give me a kidney, and mum matched. She and I are living with one kidney each. Her kidney is 66-years-old and still going strong.
“After the operation my attitude to life changed, I appreciate everything and sometimes try to do too much. I am always up for a challenge. I never thought I would get married but 12 years ago I married Adrian in the same church my mum and dad got married in.”
Liz has to take anti-rejection tablets each day and admits she may need another kidney one day.
She added: “With the 20th anniversary of my operation coming up I really want more people in Thurrock to join the donor register.
“I am proof you can live a normal life after a transplant. If you were thinking of joining I would say think about if you are willing to receive an organ then could you be willing to give one?”
If you would like to join the NHS Donor Organ Register call 0300 123 23 23 or log onto www.uktransplant.org.uk
