Would you reject a new kidney from someone who died of a drug overdose? - STAT

Would you reject a new kidney from someone who died of a drug overdose? - STAT

You need a new kidney to stay alive. Would you reject one from someone who died of a drug overdose?

By VANESSA L. WEILAND AND LENA SIBULESKY

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An alarming number of people who need new kidneys reject those from people who died of opioid overdoses, even though these organs are safe and healthy.

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