Qualicum Beach First Nation Chief Michael Recalma is on the road to recovery after successful kidney transplant surgery on Feb. 28.
Recalma was diagnosed with kidney failure four years ago. He had been on dialysis since then, waiting for a suitable donor to be found.
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Recalma has eight siblings: Cheryl, Arnold, Bill, Mona, Fran, Marilyn, Bryan and Lisa, who are relieved to hear their brother is well.
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Harrison is also recovering from the operation. He said it takes time to heal but B次元官网网址渋s going well.B次元官网网址�
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Harrison has checked out of the hospital but is staying in Vancouver for several more days as a precaution.
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