Cemeteries On Alert For Halloween Grave Thefts Oct 31, 2009
Because organ donation programs hadn't been developed, doctors ended up having to steal bodies for research. Colin Dickey, a Los Angeles-based writer who last month published a book called "Cranioklepty: Grave Robbing and the Search for Genius," said medical schools had trouble finding bodies legitimately at that time. (Click2Houston, TX)
News Stories Oct 31, 2009
Organ Donation plants Full Coverage on Yahoo. News. (Yahoo News -- Organ Donation & Transplants)
Murdered man's lifesaving gift unites parents with new friend Oct 31, 2009
There, they saw a sign about organ donation ... More than 80,000 people nationwide are awaiting organ donations. (Yahoo News -- Organ Donation & Transplants)
* Reasons to reward organ donors Oct 29, 2009
However, because the number of organ donations is well below demand, those who need organ transplants have not enjoyed these technological advances. To address this long-standing problem, Department of Health Minister Yaung Chih-liang (}) recently suggested that organ donation legislation be amended so that unless people explicitly state that they do not want to donate organs, their consent will be assumed ... If the absence of explicit rejection of organ donation is rendered equivalent to... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Mother Advocates Organ Donation After Her Son Needs Heart Transplant Oct 26, 2009
Current conditions for local cities. Posted: 7:17 pm MDT October 25, 2009Updated: 9:07 pm MDT October 25, 2009. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
One Tri-City girl's death gives another life Oct 24, 2009
Alex had been scheduled for organ donation the same evening that Kayla's transplant had been scheduled, but it also was postponed until early the next morning, Rider said ... The Woodall family already had been touched by organ donation, which helped them make the decision to donate when Alex could not be saved ... Alex's mother had questions and concerns when the possibility of donating her daughter's organs was raised, but knowing the difference organ donation had made to Alex's grandfather... (Longview Daily News, WA)
'You Lie!' Rap Doesn't Sound So Harsh Now Oct 22, 2009
The most alarming revelation is this generally alarming article is the proposal to enact involuntary organ donation when the patient is determined to be terminally ill. For 'terminally ill' read 'brain dead',a condition which defies accurate diagnosis. (Investors Business Daily)
William Dean Everidge (16) Oct 21, 2009
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate the public to consider organ donation. Reader Comments. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
LifeCenter Northwest names new CEO Oct 20, 2009
Organ donation group LifeCenter NW names new CEO - Puget Sound Business Journal (Seattle) ... Organ donation group LifeCenter NW names new CEO. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Organ donation binds two families Oct 17, 2009
9:14 p.m. Friday, October 16, 2009. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Family files lawsuit in fatal double-decker bus accident Oct 15, 2009
They have started a foundation that donates to organ donation for Cam because with his death he saved many many lives. I would be willing to bet that any money won would go towards this cause. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
75-year-old grandma is Singapore's oldest living organ donor Oct 15, 2009
" Months after the surgery at the Singapore General Hospital (SGH) in July, both mother and daughter are doing well. Doctors say being too old to donate is a common misconception about organ donation. Evidence suggests that older healthy donors are not at a higher risk of surgical complications compared to younger donors. So more older living donors above the age of 60 could be considered for surgery, if they are found to be mentally and psychologically suitable. Doctors say that on average, the... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Study seeks ban on organ trafficking Oct 14, 2009
At the same time, the country's Health Ministry and the Red Cross Society of China launched a national organ donation system to reduce the reliance on death row inmates and encourage donations from the public. The U.N. and Council of Europe study calls for the promotion of organ donations, preferably from those who have died, stepped up efforts to train surgeons in all countries to transplant organs, and better data on the scale of trafficking in organs, tissues and cells - and on men and women... (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Cody woman campaigns for organ donation Oct 13, 2009
"I was so pleased when I got that letter. I decided I was going to promote organ donation," Thomas said, clutching a red binder in which she keeps a meticulous collection of information and records on Kathleen's case, as well as her own efforts to spread the word about organ donation ... " Thomas has sent letters encouraging organ donation to dozens of Wyoming newspapers, every friend in her address book and even her contacts on Facebook, a social networking Web site she says she "is not very... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
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Discussion : Cody woman campaigns for organ donation ... Cody woman campaigns for organ donation. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Giving the gift of life Oct 11, 2009
The Brainerd Dispatch would like to hear the personal stories from readers on how organ donation has changed your life or the life of a family member. Stories, which may be reprinted in an upcoming edition, may be submitted to the Brainerd Dispatch, c/o Jodie Tweed, P.O. Box 974, Brainerd, MN 56401 or via e-mail at jodie. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Online registry expected to boost organ donation in New England Oct 10, 2009
New registry expected to boost organ donation ... Advocates of organ donation say registering as a donor can help family members after one s death. (Boston Globe)
The heart of love Oct 10, 2009
Bob Pitcock wrote on Oct 7, 2009 8:33 PM:" I am so very happy to see the Madisonville Meteor publish a story about the wonders of organ donation. Congratulations to Josh and it was fantastic that he met his heart donor's family. This comment comes to you from another heart transplant recipient in Magnolia Texas. I rec'd my Gift of Life heart over 18yrs ago here in Houston.Thank you Roxanne McKnight for publishing such a heartwarming story. ". Bob Pitcock wrote on Oct 8, 2009 2:38 PM:" For Josh... (Madisonville Meteor, TX)
Organs still short as donors rise Oct 8, 2009
But the Organ Donation Taskforce notes the waiting list continues to grow ... A system of presumed consent, in operation in many of the countries with the highest donation rates, was rejected last year by the Organ Donation Taskforce in favour of these better co-ordinated efforts to retrieve organs ... "We very much hope the 50% increase in donation rates, predicted by the Organ Donation Taskforce, will be achieved in the next five years," said Dr Tony Calland, head of the union's ethics... (BBC News -- UK)
Champion heart Oct 8, 2009
Both Garlett and Kroening say promoting organ donation motivates them to compete in these endurance challenges. Kroening also says he wants to make the most of his "orphaned" heart. (CNN)
Back in training Oct 6, 2009
Last November Prime Minister Gordon Brown's call for presumed consent, where registration would be automatic but with an opt-out, was rejected by the UK Organ Donation Taskforce. They said that assuming organs could be used unless people opted out was unlikely to boost donation rates. (BBC News -- Health)
Kidneys From Deceased Donors With Acute Renal Failure Expand Donor Pool Oct 3, 2009
2, 2009) Kidneys recovered from deceased donors with acute renal failure (ARF) once deemed unusable for transplant appear to work just as well as kidneys transplanted from deceased donors who do not develop kidney problems prior to organ donation, according to a new study by researchers at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. See also. (Science Daily)
'Three Rivers' is a pleasing medical drama Oct 2, 2009
He frequently spouts talking points that get across a pro-social message about organ donation in a clunky, heavy-handed way. Ryan also makes an embarrassing-to-watch blunder when he almost hysterically confronts a donor family. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Donation of child's organs affects hundreds Sep 30, 2009
More imp 00004000 ortant, the rates of organ donation in Italy have more than quadrupled since his death, going from 4 ... Once thought of, if thought of at all, as a rare, risky and slightly weird medical procedure, organ donation is now familiar enough to be featured on front pages and in prime-time TV series. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Hankinson man supports others, now needs support Sep 30, 2009
A speaker at the benefit will inform participants on transplanting and organ donation. The silent auction will feature a cookie bouquet from Paquin's Sweet Harmony, a jacuzzi suite pool party at the Select Inn in Breckenridge and other prizes. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
A mother’s crusade Sep 30, 2009
Since the young Melrose woman died, far too early, from liver disease, her family and friends have waged a low-key but effective campaign to get Massachusetts to care about organ donation and transplantation ... The Registry of Motor Vehicles moved to make organ donation easier by allowing people to register as donors on its website ... The bill now being debated would revive a long-dormant committee in the Department of Public Health and put it to work educating people about organ donation and... (Boston Globe)
Sacramento man on a tour of hope and inspiration Sep 26, 2009
Then, with words, his face lights up and teeth flash brightly as he relates dipping his rear tire into the Pacific Ocean on July 21 and how he will dip the front tire in the Atlantic Ocean in the coming weeks (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Our View: Hit & Misses Sep 25, 2009
The float promotes organ donation, a cause that Johnson has spent much time on. Johnson's son Kenneth Sapp died five years ago but his organs were donated to help others. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Writer's Appeal Spurs Organ Donations Sep 25, 2009
Deasy delivered an impassioned plea for organ donations on Irish radio last week, spurring thousands of new donor registrations ... From Irish Health Minister Mary Harney downward, Ireland has pledged to do a better job in cooperation with Britain to encourage organ donation ... Harney praised Deasy "for speaking out publicly about his illness and the importance of organ donation. I found his openness and courage particularly moving.". (CBS News)
For Organ Donation, Intent and Reality Don't Align Sep 15, 2009
"Most Americans do support organ donation," said Kris Patterson, a spokeswoman for the Donor Network of Arizona ... Donor organizations also have raised their profile, she said, by handing out fact sheets and brochures about organ donation and donor programs at health fairs and other community events ... Potential donors often tell organ donation officials that they have a sense of helping others by donating organs for use after their death. (MEDLINEplus)
Review of Jodi Picoult's My Sister'... Sep 12, 2009
Author Jodi Picoult explores the legal, ethical, and moral issues involving sibling organ donation and whether parents have the right to make the decision for the donor ... Exploring Designer Babies and Sibling Organ Donation ... When her older sister Kate fell ill at the age of two with a rare form of Leukemia, Anna's parents decided to create embryos in a lab and have them tested to see which would be a perfect match for organ donation for the toddler. (Suite101.com)
Boy, 2, Struck By Car Declared Brain Dead Sep 12, 2009
SAN DIEGO -- A 2-year-old boy struck by a car in Clairemont is on life support Friday pending organ donation, authorities said. Christopher Chavez was struck by a MINI Cooper around 7:20 p.m. Tuesday in the 3300 block of Idlewild Way, according to the San Diego County Medical Examiner's Office. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Click to read:Cabbie Hailed for Donating Kidney Sep 12, 2009
Cabbie Hailed for Donating Kidney - CBS Evening News - CBS News. PHOENIX, Sept. 11, 2009. (CBS News)
Werlein medals twice at World Games Sep 12, 2009
She s a walking, talking, smiling reminder of the power of organ donation. I m just thankful for the doctors and donor who saved my life, she said. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Apples Jobs makes appearance at event Sep 10, 2009
Jobs thanks everyone for their support and discusses his recent liver transplant, and organ donation. CNBC. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Law ministry clears Bill legalizing organ swaps Sep 8, 2009
The amendments also entitle living organ donors to sops like a 50% discount on second-class rail tickets, lifelong free medical check-up and care in the hospital where organ donation takes place, customised life insurance policy of Rs 2 lakh etc. The health ministry is also planning a national organ transplant programme from November this will set up organ retrieval and banking organisations in the big metros to store donated organs. (India Times, India)
Close-to-home drama Sep 4, 2009
On the other hand, Narayanans medical background is key to several of the issues that come up in her novel, including pregnancy, childbirth, and organ donation. Her accounts of teenage pregnancy are bru-tally honest and reveal things you would not likely find anywhere else, such as the rubbish that girls used to hear their biology teacher tells them that a womans period is the bloody tears of a disappointed womb. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
How to arrange for organ, eye, and tissue donations Sep 4, 2009
Arranging Organ Donation ... Arranging organ donations ... As medical technology has made transplant operations less expensive, easier, safer, and more effective, tissue and organ donations are in great demand. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Coming to a living room near you... (2) Sep 4, 2009
So, while religious texts play a part, overall discussion topics include issues like organ donation, tattoos and piercings, or how parents can approach discussing teen sexuality. The Shul really speaks to a need, says Dr. Roxanne Sukol, the rabbi s wife of 30 years, who leads singing and music programs for the group. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Advance Health Care Directives and Living Wills: A step-by-step guide Sep 4, 2009
Organ donation instructions. Pain control preferences. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Murdered man's lifesaving gift unites parents with new friend Sep 1, 2009
There, they saw a sign about organ donation ... More than 80,000 people nationwide are awaiting organ donations. (Yahoo News -- Organ Donation & Transplants)
Cardiac Arrest Casualties Form Valuable Source Of Donor Kidneys Sep 1, 2009
The families of 15 of these patients refused consent for organ donation, in 12 cases in the absence of or contrary to the donor's previously expressed wishes ... According to Losser, the procedure raised ethical controversies in France, "The question emerged about a conflict of interest between patient care and potential organ procurement. In fact, in this cohort, resuscitation duration was always longer than recommended. There is, however, a clear need for better acceptance of organ donation... (Science Daily)
Cross-donor system planned for region's kidney patients Aug 29, 2009
This could be quite a substantial increase in the number of live donors," said Dr. Francis L. Delmonico, medical director of the New England Organ Bank in Boston, which manages the region's organ supply.The paired-exchange system appears to be surmounting the ethical concerns that have sunk other ideas for fostering more organ donation. Congress long ago barred financial incentives to encourage donors, but medical ethicists are also concerned about any system that pressures people to undergo a... (Yahoo News -- Organ Donation & Transplants)
Older people can donate, says NHS Aug 29, 2009
Page last updated at 23:40 GMT, Friday, 28 August 2009 00:40 UK. There are 10,000 people waiting for a transplant. (BBC News -- UK)
Sarah Clynes Uses Personal Experience To Advocate Organ Donation Aug 29, 2009
Former UIC softball standout knows the importance of organ donation very well. Using her family's current situation as an example, Clynes wrote the following piece in regards to organ donation ... Organ donation is one of the most precious gifts someone may give. (Uicflames.com)
News Stories Aug 29, 2009
Organ Donation plants Full Coverage on Yahoo. News. (Yahoo News -- Organ Donation & Transplants)
Home Dialysis a Good Option for Kidney Disease Patients Aug 29, 2009
Canada has among the lowest organ donation rates of any developed nation, according to the study. Of the 4,195 Canadians on a waiting list for a transplant, 71 percent needed a kidney. (MEDLINEplus)
China's Executed Supply Bulk of Organs Aug 27, 2009
00004000 (AP) China has launched a national organ donation system to try to reduce its dependence on body parts harvested from executed prisoners, who make up the majority of donors, state media reported Wednesday ... Nicholas Bequelin, Asia researcher for New York-based , said China's dependence on death row inmates for organs was so high because there has been no system in place for organ donations. (CBS News)
* China donor drive aims to end trade in prisoners' organs Aug 27, 2009
China launched its first national organ donation system in a bid to crack down on organ trafficking and create a source for transplants other than executed prisoners, who currently make up the majority of donors. Executed criminals account for 65 percent of organ donors, the China Daily said yesterday, in an unusual admission of the prevalence of the practice. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
UN expert: Australia breached Aborigines' rights Aug 27, 2009
China has launched a national organ donation system to try to reduce its dependence on body parts harvested from executed prisoners, who make up the majority of donors, state media reported Wednesday. Organ transplantation in China has long been criticized as profit-driven and unethical, with critics arguing death row inmates may feel pressured to become donors, violating personal, religious or cultural beliefs. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Most China transplants from prisoners: state media Aug 26, 2009
In order to curb the country's "long-time dependence" on using organs from executed prisoners, the Red Cross Society of China on Tuesday launched a national organ donation system, the paper said ... "Some just ignore legal procedures regarding organ donations from executed prisoners and make a fat profit," the paper said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Most China Organ Transplants From Death Row Aug 26, 2009
(BEIJING) The majority of transplanted organs in China come from executed prisoners, state media reported Wednesday in a rare disclosure about the country's problem of dubious organ donations. Despite a 2007 regulation barring donations from people who are not related to or emotionally connected to the transplant patient, the China Daily newspaper said 65 percent of organ donations come from death row ... To curb transplants from prisoners and other abuses, a new national organ donation system... (Time.com)
China launches organ donation system Aug 26, 2009
SHANGHAI, Aug. 25 (Xinhua) -- The Red Cross Society of China and the Ministry of Health Tuesday announced the launch of an organ donation system in 10 provinces and cities in a pilot initiative to speed up organ transplants ... They will start promoting organ donations, while setting up a registry system for donors and a distribution system for recipients, the two agencies said at a meeting in Shanghai. (Xinhuanet, China)
'Better focus' for renal patients Aug 25, 2009
"We have also held a public consultation on changing the legislation on organ donation and we are currently considering the responses and options available," she said. Roy Thomas chairman of the Kidney Wales Foundation said a single service across Wales should give a better focus for kidney patients. (BBC News -- UK)
Heart transplant recipient climbs 10 Teton peaks Aug 25, 2009
Perkins climbed the mountains to raise awareness about organ donation. Perkins is 47 and lives in Laguna Niguel, Calif. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
How Frank Vig won back his vim and vigour Aug 24, 2009
Up to 40 per cent of families decline organ donation when confronted with the issue while their loved one is on life support. Where the conversation has been had, the vast majority of Australians agree to donate,'' Mr Thomas said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Cash, Connections Can Get a Kidney in NYC Aug 21, 2009
At one point, she said, the brokers had flourished in Israel, which became a home for such operations in part because it has among the lowest rates of organ donation in the western world ... While most Jewish religious authorities believe organ donation is permitted if it will save a life, the issue is complicated by a variety of strictures, including some outlining how the dead should be handled. (CBS News)
Obama: 'We are God's partners in matters of life and death'... Aug 21, 2009
We are God's partners in matters of life and death' - Ben Smith - POLITICO.com. Big big big difference. (The Drudge Report)
Man says he sold kidney in U.S. for $20K Aug 20, 2009
A reply from the national organ donation network acknowledges the "unfortunate situation" and mentions "corrective actions.". A month later, in Rosen's video, Gursky is smiling and happy. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
'Alive' plane crash survivors call for organ donors Aug 20, 2009
The survivors of the plane crash who resorted to cannibalism to stay alive are urging fellow Uruguayans to sign up for a government-run organ donation program. MONTEVIDEO (AFP) - Survivors of a 1972 plane crash who resorted to cannibalism to stay alive are urging fellow Uruguayans to sign up for a government-run organ donation program. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Williston mans organ donation helps others to live Aug 15, 2009
Williston mans organ donation helps others to live. By Deniece Schwab Sidney Herald Published/Last Modified on Friday, August 14, 2009 11:38 AM CDT. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
China overhauls illegal organ transplants Aug 13, 2009
The regulations ban organ trade, organ trafficking and transplant tourism for foreigners and establish a national organ donation system that includes deceased and living donors. Official estimates indicate that 2 million Chinese need organ transplants each year, but only 20,000 operations are performed because of a severe shortage of donors. (Xinhuanet, China)
Donors can provide priceless gift of life Aug 12, 2009
In the wake of a tragedy, the life-saving gift of organ donations is nothing short of inspiring ... Unfortunately the list of people in Hawai'i awaiting organ donors is increasingly long. Nationally, there are roughly 97,000 people awaiting organ donations ... In the tragic death of a Mililani teacher, there is the priceless lesson of how organ donations can save lives it's a lesson we all should take to heart. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Ezekiel Emanuel, Obama's 'Deadly Doctor,' Strikes Back Aug 12, 2009
In her Post article, McCaughey paints the worst possible image of Emanuel, quoting him, for instance, endorsing age discrimination for health-care distribution, without mentioning that he was only addressing extreme cases like organ donation where there is an absolute scarcity of resources. She quotes him discussing the denial of care for people with dementia, without revealing that Emanuel only mentioned dementia in a discussion of theoretical approaches, not an endorsement of a particular... (Time.com)
Spouses Can Make Good Organ Donors Aug 11, 2009
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - People who need a new kidney may need to look no farther than across the dining room table, according to a new study that shows that spouses are good potential sources for so-called "living-unrelated organ donation.". Due to a worldwide shortage of organs available for transplant from people who have died, "living organ donors" have become a major source of organs for transplantation. (MEDLINEplus)
