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Did you know?⁠ ⁠ Known donation is replacing secrecy in third-party reproduction. Research shows more adults conceived through donation want to know their origins. Known Egg Donation fosters open communication between parents and donors, allowing for meetings or ongoing contact.⁠ ⁠ #eggdonation #knowneggdonation #knowneggdonor #knowndonation #knownembryodonation #embryodonation #thirdpartyreproduction #dcp #donorconcievedpeople

A single decision can create countless tomorrows.

As we celebrate #𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐃𝐚𝐲, let's raise awareness about the critical need for organ and blood donations. Every donation has the power to transform lives and offer hope to those in need. Let's continue to spread the life-saving impact of donation and save lives together. #nationaldonarsday ##OrganDonation #blooddonation #organtransplantation #Donars #doctors #mbbs #md #physicians #medicaleducation #medicalstudents #healthcareandmedicine #MedicalCareer #upskill #medicalcertification

#Glaucoma is the 2nd leading cause of blindness in the world according to the WHO. The Glaukos Charitable Foundation is making an impact by donating over 6,200 devices to underserved glaucoma patients spanning 45 countries. Learn 4 key facts about glaucoma: https://lnkd.in/gZD9m_b7

With one simple blood donation, you can make a life-changing or even a life-saving impact. Let’s hear from our wonderful Lenmed MooiMed Private Hospital staff about the importance of donating blood: https://lnkd.in/dzf587PC #LenmedHasHeart #EmbraceEveryDay #SpecialistDoctors #Doctors #BloodDonation #BloodDonor

Some of the most common questions we get at TFI are about egg donation!  - What is the application process? - What can I expect during the procedure? - What are the benefits of becoming an egg donor?  We've compiled the answers to these frequently asked questions in the latest blog post on our website. Visit this link to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eb3AGu9f #TennesseeFertilityInstitute #TFI #Tennessee #Nashville #Franklin #FertilityJourney #EggDonation

"Today is World Organ Donation Day! Let's shine a light on the selfless act of organ donation, which gives hope and a second chance at life to countless individuals and families. One organ donor can save up to 8 lives and improve many more through tissue donation. Consider registering as an organ donor today and share your decision with your loved ones. Together, we can create a world where everyone has access to the life-saving transplants they need. #WorldOrganDonationDay #OrganDonation #SaveLives #DonateLife"

The end of the year is a time for reflecting on memories shared. If you could have one more moment with your loved one, what would it be? What if you could give that to another family? You can give a family that gift. Your donation will go even further, The Goldberg family will match each donation—up to $30,000! Click the link to give the gift of a moment. 💜 https://lnkd.in/gRvUsbjK #MatchingForACure #KnowMyRisk #PancreaticCancer #PancreaticCancerResearch #PancreaticCancerAwareness #CancerAwareness

This week is UK Organ Donation Week, something unexpectedly that has become very close to my heart well actually my kidneys! My Reality: My kidneys quickly declined and ultimately failed in the first few months of 2023. 480 days since completing all the testing and became eligible to join the UK national transplant list. Dialysis is relentless -         Three times a week. -         Six hours at a time. -         12 days a month. -         Two months spent hooked to a machine over the last year and a half! I am living in this strange limbo, knowing I could receive the call at any moment is strange. It’s always in the back of your mind and sometimes popping into the forefront of your mind at the most random times. Whilst I'm hoping it comes sooner rather than later, balancing a business whilst awaiting a transplant is like walking a tightrope—both emotionally and physically. You're caught between two monumental responsibilities: your health and your business. Planning long-term is tough enough but when you don't know if you'll get the call tomorrow or next year is strange…. almost unfathomable. Stagnation isn't an option; the business must and life keeps moving forward. Thankfully, I have an awesome family and group of friends around me and a great group of people I work with who I trust should the phone ring. There is pressure and it is relentless. As a business owner, you feel responsible not only for your own livelihood but for others' as well. The fear extends beyond your health to the potential impact on your business. Personally, it's equally taxing. Your mobile is always within reach, bags packed, ready for the life-changing moment. A imposed geofence of 2 hrs from the MRI. There is undoubtedly an added layer of guilt, knowing that your second chance hinges on another's loss. I'm acutely aware that for another family, it will mean a tragedy. Physically, you are trying to stay fit for surgery whilst managing the stress is not easy but essential. Most people don’t die from CKD but a heart related issue. It's a balancing act—suspended between your current life and the one you're hoping for, all whilst ensuring your business can weather both the wait and whatever comes next. In the meantime, I will wait for the phone call. Whether that’s kidneys, jobs or a chat…. I am available 😊 Stats to leave you with as the need for organ donors in the UK remains pressing: • As of March 2023, there were 6,200 people on the active transplant waiting list in the UK. • In 2022/23, 3,578 people in the UK received a transplant from a deceased donor, but sadly, 462 patients died whilst on the active waiting list. • Although 96% of UK adults say they support organ donation, only 44% have recorded their decision on the NHS Organ Donor Register. • One donor can save or transform over nine lives through organ donation and even more by donating tissue. Most importantly, I hope this post encourages more people to register as an organ donor.

Because anonymity in gamete and embryo donation doesn’t exist and isn’t in the best interest of children and families, the kind of relationship that can exist between a donor family and the recipient family is important to consider. Check out our webinar exploring the different relationship options and how these relationships often evolve over time. 🔗https://lnkd.in/exQc-Q4t #EMPOWERwithMoxi #EmbryoDonation #MoxiMatching #familybuilding #webinar