Organ Donation Saves Lives
In 2016 alone, families of 503 donors in Australia agreed to the donation of organs after the death of a loved one. As a result,1678 people received an
organ or tissue transplant. That means every one donor helped more than three people, on average.
This subject is something few of us think about, but given that at any time around 2,200 people across Australia are waiting for a transplant to save or improve their lives, it is such a worthwhile consideration.
If you want to be an organ donor, it is important to discuss it in advance and make your wishes known to your family. Losing a loved one is a very emotional time, sometimes involving decisions that need to be made quickly. Having your wishes known in advance, and written, helps to ensure that they happen without extra burden for your family.
Please speak to us if you would like advice on how to become an organ donor.
