Introduction: Almost everyone would want to be able to say I have saved a life. But by becoming an organ donor, you can be able to say “I will save a life.” Organ donation is a selfless way to give back to others, and to be able to make a huge difference by giving another person a second chance at life. Unfortunately, the number of patients waiting for organs far exceeds the number of people who have registered to become organ donors. Patients are forced to wait months, even years for a match, and far too many die before they are provided with a suitable organ. There are many shames related to organ donation, but most of them are quite false, and in order to be well informed, you must know what organ donation is, how it works as well as …show more content…
4. I’m too old to donate: There is no defined cutoff age for donating organs, and there have been many successful organ donations from donors in their 70’s and 80’s. The decision to use the organs is based on medical criteria, and not necessarily age. 5. Maybe I won’t really be dead when they sign the death certificate: People who are organ donors are actually given more tests to determine that the patient is truly dead than they would give to those who are not organ donors. * Main Point 3- How to become an organ donor and the benefits of organ donation [source: organdonor.gov] 1. Register with your state donor registry by going to organdonor.gov and registering online according to what state you reside in. All you have to do is enter in some basic information, such as your name, address, height, gender, and race, and also what specific organs you are willing to donate after your death. 2. Designate your decision on your driver’s license, as well as when you renew it. 3. Sign a donor card and carry the card with you until you can designate your decision on your driver’s license. 4. Talk to your family about your donation decision and help them to understand your wish. 5. Some benefits that come along with organ donation is the satisfaction of being able to save lives even when you are already
So they’re is defiantly a need for donors. People can become a donor if they are over 18 years old, if under 18 they must have parent consent. All they need to do is enroll in that states donor registry. It is also wise to also let your family and those close to you know that organ donation is something you would like to do. Even though donor cards are legally binding, most places still ask the family for permission. If a person doesn’t tell anyone that they want to donate the decision to donate may not be followed. If they don’t know then you put them in a position where they have to guess if that is what you wanted or not. Bottom line knowing your wishes makes it easier for your family to give them permission for organ
Since that time donation has been the only way to increase the current supply of transplantable organs. Some people are uncomfortable with the idea of organ donation due to misconceptions and lack of knowledge. In fact, organ transplant recipient Dr. Phil H. Berry, Jr. points out that there would be less deaths of people waiting for transplants, “if Americans would overcome their reluctance to become organ donors” (29). Organ donation whether it is upon your death or giving a part of a liver or one kidney while you are alive is a charitable gesture towards your fellow man and could give meaning to the end of your life. The mere act of donating could bring more peace to your loved ones at the time of your death and as a result, you could give
First of all, everyone should be an organ donor because once you have died there is no need for your organs therefore rather than wasting useful organs they could be used to save another’s life. Statistics show that a single tissue donation can improve lives of 40 people and an organ can save 8. Donating your organs gives others an opportunity for a new life. In addition, after death, they would not be affected in any way with their organs gone and their families wouldn’t have an issue regarding this either because there is no cost. Once a person has deceased, hospitals notify the Organ Procurement Organizations and or Tissue/ Eye banks of death. The organs or tissues then get tested to determine whether the body will accept the organs or not. This step ensures considerably lower risks of the receiving patient’s body rejecting the organ or tissue. Donating
4. I’m too old to donate: There is no defined cut off age for donating organs, and there have been many successful organ donations from donors in their 70’s and 80’s. The decision to use the organs
Maybe I won’t really be dead when they sign the death certificate: People who are organ donors are actually given more tests to determine that the patient is truly dead than they would give to those who are not organ donors.
2. Statement of Significance: Most people in the U.S. do not know if they are an organ donor or not. One way to find out is by looking at your driver’s license.
Thesis statement: The need is constantly growing for organ donors and it is very simple to be an organ donor when you die.
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With people making important decisions about their body every day the subject of organ donation becomes increasingly important. For years, the topic has been the source of many controversial debates regarding its ethical and moral ideations. Organ donation should remain voluntary for several reasons: first and foremost it is still considered a donation. Next, patients and their families should have the right to say no to medical procedures. And, lastly, bodily autonomy should be respected by healthcare professionals. Many argue, however, that organ donation should be mandatory as to decrease not only the time spent on an organ donation list but also the risks of mortality while waiting for a new organ. Families often have the final say in
Flashback to when you were sixteen years old. Young, naive, and about to be ruling the streets with your very own Driver’s License. You passed your written and physical driving exams, but before you are able to get your “right of passage”, you must indicate whether or not you are willing to donate your organs in the case of your death. But how does one know which box to check? It is your responsibility to educate yourself in the matter because ignorance is not always bliss. Knowing the costs, benefits, and process can be very beneficial. Luckily, the following is some basic, and maybe not so basic, information on the topic. Organ Donation is a very broad and complicated topic. To consider organ, and tissue, donation as a whole, it is important to examine the history, forms, and big picture of the donation.
You might have wondered about donating an organ -- either to a friend or relative who needs an organ right now, or by filling out an organ donor card. Before you decide to become an organ donor, here is some important information you need to consider.
Organ donation is a sacrifice that can touch many people through one person’s unselfish gift. Granted that gift most often comes after a tragic loss of a loved one. As the bearer of three functioning kidneys, I have always considered organ donation to be the expected norm. But today, the focus will be to enlighten you on the reasons to consider organ donation. Organ donations are needed for every age group, race, and ethnic groups. Each person should take the opportunity to extend the gift of life to another individual through organ donation.
Thesis Statement: The need is constantly growing for organ donors and it is very simple to be an organ donor when you die.
Anyone who wants to donate, is allowed (“Frequently Asked Question’s”). However, “Your medical condition at the time of death will determine what organs and tissues can be donated for the transplant or scientific research” (“Frequently Asked Questions”). That also means that someone can not be too young, or too old to be a deceased organ donor, or a living donor (“Who Can Donate”). A deceased donor is when someone passes away and then they donate their organs. A living donor is when someone donates their organs while they are still alive, and they only date one of their organs if they have a pair and still live with one, like one liver. Another reason is that most, if not all religions support organ donation so it does not matter what religion they are (“Who Can Donate”).
Tie To Audience: This may not seem like a direct problem for any of you at this moment, but no one can predict when or if a family member or someone one you love, might need an organ transplant. So in that event, wouldn’t you want people like yourself on the donor list?