Brief
Sister Donates Kidney to Brother with Alport Syndrome
After a 10‑month donor assessment, the transplant was performed on 23 July 2026, giving the brother a new lease on life.
By Felo News Desk · Published
A 24‑year‑old sister donated a kidney to her 22‑year‑old brother, Harry Ware, after he was diagnosed with Alport syndrome, an inherited kidney disease. The transplant took place on 23 July 2026 following a 10‑month assessment process that confirmed the sister, Rachel, was a suitable donor. Harry, a university student in London, had been experiencing severe cramps and breathlessness, and his kidney function had fallen to just 5% before the operation. The surgery was carried out at Manchester Royal Infirmary, where both siblings watched the procedure together. Rachel, who works in operational communications, had been traveling in Asia when she learned of Harry’s condition and agreed to donate without any family pressure. The operation was described by a living donor transplant coordinator as a smooth and successful procedure, restoring Harry’s ability to live without dialysis.
Key facts
- Harry Ware was diagnosed with Alport syndrome in January 2025 (nypost.com)
- The kidney transplant was performed on 23 July 2026 (nypost.com)
- Harry’s kidney function was at 5% before the transplant (nypost.com)
- Rachel Ware was 24 and a viable donor after a 10‑month assessment (nypost.com)
Sources
- [1] nypost.com — originally reported as “Sister saves her brother’s life by donating kidney after his rare diagnosis”
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