18Dec/14

Organ donations from seniors could reduce wait times – CBC.ca


CBC.ca

Organ donations from seniors could reduce wait times
CBC.ca
Among the provinces, Quebec had the highest deceased organ donor conversion rate in Canada at 21 per cent, compared with the lowest rates in Manitoba and Saskatchewan at 10 per cent each. Provinces are more likely to … “In Canada, donors over the age
Two-thirds of eligible organ donors in Canada don’t get through process: reportCTV News
Older donors untapped source of organs for transplant, study saysOttawa Citizen
CIHI: MB Among Worst In Deceased Donor Organ Transplant RateCJOB

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18Dec/14

Vodafone Malta employees participate in Blood Donation Session at Skyparks … – Malta Independent Online

Vodafone Malta employees participate in Blood Donation Session at Skyparks …Malta Independent OnlineAware of the fact that the need for blood transfusions is particularly high during the festive season, on 3 December a number of Vodafone Malta employ…

18Dec/14

‘I’m sick of online charity campaigns’ – Auckland stuff.co.nz (blog)

‘I’m sick of online charity campaigns’
Auckland stuff.co.nz (blog)
But then I remember there are other ways I can demonstrate goodwill: donate blood, register as an organ donor, donate things I don’t use and volunteer my time. Hopefully we’ll all spend … taking care of our family. Happy holidays and see you in four

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18Dec/14

The wait for an organ donor: Jade’s story – ITV News


ITV News

The wait for an organ donor: Jade’s story
ITV News
A woman from Widnes who had a had a heart transplant aged three for heart failure needs another transplant after her kidneys failed. Jade Carr, 21, recovered well and led a very active life winning medals in the British Transplant Games but doctors

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