He's currently waiting to get on the transplant list.
A former Westmeath footballer is urging people to become organ donors.
John Egan is waiting to get on the transplant list after being diagnosed with kidney failure.
The 30 year old Athlone man says says people should have the conversation with their families about organ donation:
Maria Walsh Never Thought She Would Go Through The IVF On Her Own
Maria Walsh MEP opens up about her IVF journey, choosing to pursue motherhood alone and the challenges she faced along the way, as she prepares to welcome her first child in October.
Health Service And Pharmacies Calling On People To Take Part In Free Bowel Screening Programme
1,500 pharmacies across the country are taking part in the intiative.
Ireland Prepare For Nations League Clash Against Israel Amid Controversy
The two nations meet this Sunday in Hungary.
Fuel Protest Group Says It Wants Action And Not Nationwide Blockades
A public meeting is being held by the People of Ireland Against Fuel Prices group this Sunday.
Gardaí To Refuse Overtime Over Unpaid Pay Rise
Gardaí are set to refuse overtime on five dates next month.
Laois County Council To Light Up Purple For Recovery Month
The ARC Project made the request to the local authority.
Gardai Re-Issue Appeal On Missing Westmeath Man
The search on Lough Ennell for the man in his 20's continues today.
Laois Farm And Brewery Included In Visit For German Travel Agents
Ballykilcavan Farm and Brewery in Stradbally is included in the Failite Ireland trip.
