17Feb/15

Upcoming Blood Donation Opportunities in Contra Costa County – Patch.com

Upcoming Blood Donation Opportunities in Contra Costa CountyPatch.comThe American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to help ensure a sufficient and diverse blood supply by giving blood this February. Since the beginning of the year, widespread flu a…

17Feb/15

Organ donations in Stormont spotlight after Oisin’s death – Belfast Newsletter


Belfast Telegraph

Organ donations in Stormont spotlight after Oisin’s death
Belfast Newsletter
A legacy of tragic Oisin McGrath should be the introduction of “opt-out” organ donation legislation, the Northern Ireland Assembly has heard. A legacy of tragic Oisin McGrath should be the introduction of “opt-out” organ donation legislation, the
Organ changes’ for Oisin legacyBelfast Telegraph

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17Feb/15

With Liver Donors in Short Supply, Cell Transplants Offer New Options – Scientific American


Scientific American

With Liver Donors in Short Supply, Cell Transplants Offer New Options
Scientific American
Called hepatocyte transplantation, the technique replaces approximately 10 percent of the liver with healthy cells from a deceased donor. The patient’s organ is not removed, decreasing recovery time, complications and cost. With fewer than 150 U.S. …