Natalie Cole Gets Kidney Transplant
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Singer Natalie Cole finally got a kidney transplant Tuesday. She "resting comfortably" after going under the knife at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in L.A., her rep confirms to Usmagazine.com. The kidney was received via a donor from the regional organ procurement agency, One Legacy.
Her physicians have advised her to postpone summer tour dates as she recuperates for the next three to four months. Cole, who suffers from Hepatitis C, had been receiving kidney dialysis three times a week since September while she was still on tour.
"Things happen for a reason, I've always been kind of a survivor type of girl," Cole said. "I'm strong, I have a lot of faith. I'm looking forward to having a good year. In spite of the health issues, I think I'm going to be fine."
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2009-05-20 17:09:30
