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Hlne Campbell bonds with heart transplant recipient over experience

Double-lung transplant recipient Hlne Campbell and Ottawa teen Adrianna Foster, who had a heart transplant when she was only two-and-a-half, say a second chance at life has given both of them a deep gratitude for the simple things in life.

Helene Campbell and Adrianna Foster

10 years ago
Duration 2:25
Organ transplant recipients share unique bond and immense gratitude.

Double-lung transplant recipient and organ donor activistHlne Campbell and Ottawa teen Adrianna Foster, who had a heart transplant when she was only two-and-a-half, say a second chance at life has given both of them a deep gratitude for the simple things.

Hlne Campbell and Adrianna Foster both say they share an immense gratitude to their donors and their families and an appreciation for life's simple pleasures. (Sandra Abma/CBC)
Foster, 17, was inspired by Campbell's online campaign and wanted to meet her to talk about their shared experiences.

But Campbell points out that Foster, having had more experience of living life after a transplant, has taught her much about managing her life.

In the video above, the two share their appreciation for what Campbell calls 'my orange juice moments.'