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Hawaii Rep. Tokuda Fights Kidney Transplant Disparity

5/21/2025

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U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda of Hawaii is taking a stand against the shocking kidney transplant disparity in her state, where only five kidneys have been received in eight years, while 604 were sent to the mainland. Meeting with the United Network for Organ Sharing, she passionately advocates for local patients, calling for crucial data to enhance organ access and save lives.

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Story summary

U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda of Hawaii is taking a stand against the shocking kidney transplant disparity in her state, where only five kidneys have been received in eight years, while 604 were sent to the mainland. Meeting with the United Network for Organ Sharing, she passionately advocates for local patients, calling for crucial data to enhance organ access and save lives.