Rachel and Harry Ware showing their scars. (Manchester NHS Foundation Trust via SWNS)
Manchester NHS Foundation Trust,SWNS
A sister stepped in to save her brother's life after donating her kidney to him – after he was diagnosed with a rare condition.
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