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We understand the challenges that come with coordinating paired kidney donations. That is why when transplant centers partner with us, we take care of all the necessary logistics during the donation process. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3PMHJ6j. #APKD #KidneyDisease #KidneyDonation #PairedDonation #Dialysis

April is National Donate Life Month. Established in 2003 by Donate Life America and its partnering organizations, National Donate Life Month helps raise awareness about donation, encourages Americans to register as organ, eye, and tissue donors and honors those who have saved lives through the gift of donation. The number of patients waiting for organs changes every day. As of March 2024, the number of patients on the national transplant waiting list was more than 103,000, and every ten minutes, another person is added to the list. In fact, the number of patients who need a lifesaving transplant goes up faster than the number of available organs. By saying "yes" to being an organ donor, you are giving more hope for patients on the waiting list! We will be sharing more helpful information and statistics through the month of April and beyond. If you are interested in saving lives by becoming an organ donor, visit https://lnkd.in/eHwJr7c6 for answers to common questions and more. #DonateLifeMonth #DonorsAreSuperstars #STBHChicago

Did you know that every 10 minutes another person is added to the national transplant waiting list? 82% of patients waiting are in need of a kidney. The demand for donated kidneys outweighs the supply, making kidney donation a critical need. In fact, people can live with just one kidney, as one healthy kidney can perform the job of two! To learn more about kidney donation, visit: https://lnkd.in/gAXpT-pq #organdonation #donatelife #giftoflife

Organ Donation Week raises awareness about the ongoing need for organ donors. Organ donation is giving an organ to someone else who needs a transplant. This donation could enhance or save the life of the person receiving the transplanted organ. Donating an organ saves thousands of lives in the UK every year. The NHS are setting the target to 'race for recipients', aiming to have 25,000 more people register to become organ donors. You can register to donate organs such as kidneys, hearts, liver and lungs amongst others. Find out more about how you can register to be an organ doner here: https://lnkd.in/dg3WCiS #RareDisease #RareDiseaseAwareness #OrganDonor #OrganDonorAwareness #OrganDonorWeek

More than 230 children in the UK urgently need a life-saving organ transplant. In 2021/22, just 52% of families who were approached about organ donation gave consent for their child’s organs to be donated. This represented just 40 organ donors under the age of 18. To be be able to save more lives of children, both today and in the future, we need more young people, and their families, to confirm their support for organ donation on the NHS Organ Donor Register. When organ donation becomes a possibility, it is often in very sudden or unexpected circumstances. When families have already had the opportunity to consider organ donation previously or know already it is something they support, it makes a difficult situation that bit easier. Please consider registering. https://lnkd.in/erbKDx_k

Blood donation is vital, yet often the before and after processes are overlooked by donors. This World Blood Donor Day, Yatharth Hospital outlines the crucial do’s and don’ts of blood donation, ensuring you contribute safely and effectively. Learn how your donation can make a significant impact on those in need 🩸💉 . . 🏷️ #YatharthHospitals #WorldBloodDonorDay #BloodDonation #DonateBloodSaveLives #BloodDonor #SaveLives #BloodDonationTips

🩺❤ ORGAN DONATION WEEK ❤🩺 Organ Donation Week is a week-long campaign that takes place every year, with the aim of raising awareness about the ongoing need for organ donors. "In 2022/23, there was a 2% increase in the number of deceased donors to 1,429 and the total number of patients whose lives were potentially saved or improved by an organ transplant increased by 5% to 4,532"! The more people we reach, the more people who register their decision to become organ donors after they die, and the more lives we save. ❤️ https://bit.ly/3PNgtb5 #organdonationweek #organdonation #lifesciences

Ever wonder how the gift of life reaches those in need? Organ Procurement Organizations (OPOs) are the backbone of organ, tissue, and eye donation, working tirelessly to connect donors with those in need of life-saving and life-changing transplants. OPOs facilitate donation by supporting families through the decision-making process, coordinating with partners like hospitals to manage donor assessments and recoveries, collaborating with transplant centers to match gifts with recipients, and educating the community. How can you help? 🤔 Register today to be an organ, tissue, and eye donor! We're here to provide answers and support so you can make an informed decision to help save and heal lives. We’re here to provide answers and support, ensuring you have all the information you need to make an informed decision. Kentucky Organ Donor Affiliates #BetterTogether #OrganDonation #TissueDonation #OPOs #DonateLife #DoneVida

Kidney donation can have a profound impact on individuals suffering from kidney failure. The need for kidney transplants far exceeds the number of available kidneys from both living and deceased donors. For those dependent on dialysis, a kidney donation can offer a healthier, longer life and a significant improvement in their quality of life. Explore how organ donation can impact lives and learn more at https://lnkd.in/g9Kc-gHJ #organdonation #organdonationday #kidneydonation #kidneytransplant #donatelife #organdonationawareness #organdonor #tissuedonor #transplant #savealife #organtransplantation

Save Lives, Be an Organ Donor!! Every day, thousands of people wait for a life-saving transplant. By choosing to become an organ donor, you can give the ultimate gift—the gift of life. Just one donor can save up to eight lives and enhance many more through tissue donation. Why Should You Consider Organ Donation? • Impact: Your decision could save multiple lives. • Legacy: Leave behind a legacy of generosity and kindness. •Need: There’s always a shortage of organs for those in desperate need. How Can You Help? 1) Register as an organ donor in your country. 2) Talk to your loved ones about your decision. 3) Educate others about the importance of organ donation. Together, we can bridge the gap and ensure that everyone who needs a transplant gets one💚 Become a hero in someone’s story—register as an organ donor today!! #medico #organ_donation #save_life