January 11, 2024, Richmond, Virginia More Black, non-Hispanic patients are receiving organ transplants than ever before. Today, the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) announced another record year for organ …
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During the ‘Hero Walk,’ as a donor is wheeled into the operating room, they pass through a hallway full of cheering hospital staff …
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TikTok positively impacts organ donation awareness: study
by Mason Walkerby Mason WalkerIn today’s digital age, social media platforms have emerged as powerful tools not only for entertainment and social networking, but also for raising awareness about important health issues. One example …
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Louisville babies are fighting for their lives.Families raise awareness of organ donation
A Louisville couple is using their heartbreaking but hopeful story to raise awareness about organ donation as their 2-month-old baby fights for his life at Norton Children’s Hospital. Marc Joubert …
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Champion Celtics alumnus Scott Pollard plans to advocate for organ donors after life-saving transplant
by Justin Quinnby Justin QuinnChampion Boston Celtics big man Scott Pollard may be a survivor, but he literally has a lot of heart and wants to do his part in the ultimate payback for …
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The three-episode documentary series “To Live” presents the new look of China’s organ transplant system. The first episode …
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Organ donation is special and rare, and can only occur under very specific circumstances. From the 170000 people who died in …
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After deadly crash in Lehi, teen’s legacy lives on through organ donation
by Geeta Pillaiby Geeta PillaiLEHI — In a tragic but emotional event, the family of Zeke Gordon, the 17-year-old who lost his life in a motorcycle accident, is celebrating the impact his decision to …
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Israelis do not have access to free medical care or organ donations in the US
by Kelly Jonesby Kelly JonesMedical tourists pay for their treatment just like American patients. There is no exemption for Israelis, as the viral post claims. Since war broke out between Israel and Hamas fighters …
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Each year, about 250 people die waiting for an organ transplant in Canada. Even though 90 per cent of Canadians support organ …