Chezuba talks: Impact stories

Ep-126: Breath of Hope : Creating Awareness About Lung Transplants.


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Meet Our Guest: Ananya Vahal

Ananya Vahal is the driving force behind the Sid Foundation . Her unwavering dedication and compassion have propelled her to spearhead efforts to bridge the gap in lung transplant research and technology. Through her foundation, she envisions a world where lung patients have greater access to life-saving options, resources, and support, ultimately leading to extended lives and brighter tomorrows.

Podcast Highlights:

  • 0:00 - 02:30 - Introducing Ananya Vahal Perez and the Sid Foundation. Learn about the organization's mission, their goals, and the challenges faced by lung transplant patients.

  • 02:30 - 06:45 - Understanding the Criticality of Lung Transplantation. Uncover the reasons behind lung transplants being the most difficult and the lowest survival rate among all organ transplants.

  • 06:45 - 12:15 - The State of Lung Transplant Research. Discover the current advancements in lung transplant research, why it requires more attention, and how the Sid Foundation is making a difference.

  • 12:15 - 18:20 - Personal Stories of Triumph. Listen to heartwarming accounts of lung transplant recipients whose lives have been transformed by the power of organ donation and research breakthroughs.

  • 18:20 - 25:00 - Funding the Future of Lung Transplantation. Ananya sheds light on the challenges faced by nonprofits in raising funds for research and the importance of community support in driving change.

  • 25:00 - 30:40 - Raising Awareness and Extending Lives. Dive into the strategies employed by the Sid Foundation and Ananya's vision for the future, where lung transplant patients receive the care and support they deserve.

  • 30:40 - 34:55 - How You Can Make a Difference. Discover how listeners can get involved, support the cause, and be a part of this transformative movement to extend lives on borrowed lungs.

  • 34:55 - 38:20 - The Impact of Community Support. Hear heartening stories of individuals and communities coming together to create hope and healing for lung transplant patients.

  • 38:20 - 40:00 - The Call to Action. Ananya shares a powerful call to action, urging everyone to be a beacon of hope and change for lung disease patients and transplant recipients.


  • Join us as we delve into the critical realm of lung transplant research, where hope intertwines with innovation, and lives are extended on the wings of organ donation. Through inspiring stories, expert insights, and impactful conversations, we aim to raise awareness and support for the Sid Foundation's mission to create a future where lung patients find new opportunities, resources, and strength on their borrowed lungs.


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