14Jul/17

Follow Wales’ example on organ donation, says Newport MP – South Wales Argus


South Wales Argus

Follow Wales’ example on organ donation, says Newport MP
South Wales Argus
HUNDREDS of lives could be saved if the UK Government follows Wales’ example and introduces an opt-out organ donation system, a Newport MP has said. The presumed consent system, through which everyone is assumed to have agreed to their organs …

14Jul/17

Need for blood donation is critical – The Rushville Republican

RapplerNeed for blood donation is criticalThe Rushville RepublicanThe Red Cross is issuing an emergency call for blood and platelet donors of all blood types. ARC is experiencing a severe blood shortage and has issued an emergency call for blood donati…

14Jul/17

Organ donor register could become opt-out as MPs vote on life-saving measure – The Independent


The Independent

Organ donor register could become opt-out as MPs vote on life-saving measure
The Independent
Organ donation could become an opt-out system in England after an upcoming parliamentary vote on the issue. Currently, people must join the NHS organ donor register or tell a close friend or family member of their wishes before their organs can be
Third of Hartlepool’s population become organ donors – but more …Hartlepool Mail
Nearly 2,000 people now alive in West Yorkshire thanks to organ …Ilkley Gazette
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14Jul/17

Donors needed: Blood supply in New Orleans area is critically low – WGNO


WGNO

Donors needed: Blood supply in New Orleans area is critically low
WGNO
All those eligible to donate should give to stabilize the blood supply, thereby ensuring that we can meet any potential transfusion related demands.” The Blood Center has 12 donor centers across Southeast Louisiana and Southern Mississippi. Donors can …

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14Jul/17

Tucson teen’s legacy lives on as an organ donor – KVOA Tucson News


KVOA Tucson News

Tucson teen’s legacy lives on as an organ donor
KVOA Tucson News
A San Miguel High School graduate who tragically drowned will help others as an organ donor. Victoria Arias, 18, was found unresponsive in the family’s backyard pool earlier this week. She died a few days later. “Victoria Arias was a very special person.