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Hooksett woman walks first time in years day after organ donation from stranger
The Union Leader “The day after the surgery, she got out of her wheelchair and walked,” Stewart said. “That was such a sight to see. It was well worth all the discomfort, knowing the outcome for her and knowing she’s walking for the first time in three years. That’s … |
Hartford Courant |
For Organ Recipient, Donor Family, Father’s Day Has Special Meaning
Hartford Courant Chelsea was an organ donor, aware her decision would mean others — like Jim Hodrinsky — would get a second chance at living. That knowledge buoys Davies when he remembers how Chelsea went out of her way to make Father’s Day special, one year … |
Gulf TimesHMC launches organ donation driveGulf TimesStarting from the first day of Ramadan, staff from the Qatar Organ Donation Centre (Hiba) are in booths in shopping malls and other prominent locations around the country, aiming to educate members o…
The Malaysian Insider |
Organ transplant in Malaysia: Large number of potential donors but inadequate …
The Straits Times KUALA LUMPUR (THE STAR/ASIA NEWS NETWORK) – Malaysians spend years on the organ transplant waiting list in public hospitals not because of a lack of organ donors, but because hospitals cannot handle the sheer number of requests. An average of … Lack of organ transplant surgeons, not donors, reason for delay, says reportThe Malaysian Insider It’s a long wait for the transplant doctorThe Star Online |
Organ donors should be first to receive — Jim Blair, MadisonMadison.comThat would discriminate against those whose religion opposes organ donation. A much stronger incentive would be giving priority in receiving an organ (if ever needed) to those who …
Duluth News TribuneDebunking 5 myths about organ donationDuluth News TribuneMore than 120,000 people are waiting for an organ transplant nationwide. Mayo Clinic alone has more than 3,000 patients on its waiting list. Getting more people to register as …
The New Indian ExpressDelay in Autopsy Prevents Organ DonationThe New Indian ExpressAccording to police officials, they were not given any prior information regarding the donation of his organs and in the confusion over the details of the vehicle submi…
Healthline |
Transplant community still split on organ donation and allocation
ModernHealthcare.com UNOS, the not-for-profit that contracts with the federal government to oversee the nation’s organ transplant system, will present a revised version at a liver distribution forum on June 22 in Chicago. The group will seek additional public comment. If … Are Public Appeals for Organ Donations Ethical?Healthline Stakeholders Participate in Seminar On Organ TransplantationAllAfrica.com |
HealthlineAre Public Appeals for Organ Donations Ethical?HealthlineWhat would you do if you or a loved one were in dire need of an organ? Would you patiently sit on the national transplant waiting list with more than 123,000 people in the same situatio…
NJ.com |
17 organ donors added to the ‘Wall of Heroes’ at Jersey City hospital
NJ.com They came from all different walks of life, each unique. But in death, 17 people honored yesterday at the Jersey City Medical Center-Barnabas Health were all hailed as heroes who gave the gift of life through organ and tissue donation. The New Jersey … |