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Don’t let myths cloud the truth about organ donation! The new #MythBusters series from BC Transplant is here to help clear the air. Doctors always prioritize saving your life, and organ donation is only considered after all life-saving efforts have been exhausted. Two doctors not involved in transplantation must declare death before organ donation can proceed. Let‘s spread the truth and encourage more people to register as donors. Register now at registeryourdecision.ca.

Today is #WVDonorDay, and BMH is showing its support for organ, eye, and tissue donation. Did you know... - Every 10 minutes, another patient is added to the national organ transplant, 500 of which are West Virginians - 1 organ donor can save up to 8 lives - 1 organ donor can restore sight to 2 people - 1 organ donor can heal the lives of more than 75 people We want YOU to be part of this incredible movement supporting organ donation. Together, we can make a significant difference by spreading the word and encouraging our loved ones—family, friends, neighbors, even coworkers—to sign up as organ donors. Learn how you can get involved and decrease the number of patients currently on the national transplant waiting list. Visit: https://lnkd.in/dywmxZz Register now to be an organ donor: donatelifewv.org/register #WVDonorDay #donatelife #DonateLifeWV #BMHWV #BooneMemorialHealth #BringingMedicineHome #ChooseBoone

June 14th marks World Blood Donor Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the critical need for blood donations and honoring those who give this life-saving gift. Every two seconds, someone in the world needs blood, and a single donation can save up to three lives. With over 118.4 million blood donations collected globally each year, there is still a constant need for more to ensure a steady supply. Blood transfusions are essential for surgeries, trauma care, cancer treatment, and managing blood disorders like anemia. This day highlights the importance of voluntary donors who contribute regularly to keep blood banks stocked. To get involved, consider donating blood; your single donation can help up to three patients. Join the global effort to save lives—donate blood, spread the word, and make a difference this World Blood Donor Day! 🩸

I SAVED A LIFE! The O+ red blood cell donation I gave recently has been sent to a hospital where it will be matched and made immediately available for a patient in need of a transfusion. With just one pint of blood and an hour of my time, I helped save a life! DID YOU KNOW? • Every 2 seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. This could be a child in the ICU or a mother battling Stage 3 leukemia. • All blood types are needed every day of the year to meet the needs of hospital patients. • Nearly 5 million Americans require blood transfusions annually—most are patients with cancer or chronic conditions like sickle cell. Others include critical care patients, surgery or transplant recipients, trauma cases, and women experiencing childbirth complications. • Every single day, people receive transfusions to treat chronic blood disorders, traumatic injuries, cancer, and more. Donors like you and me give them the gift of hope, recovery, and survival. Thanks to blood donors, life doesn’t stop when the unexpected happens. WHY DONATE? Regular blood donations ensure that lifesaving blood is available for any situation. PAY IT FORWARD—you never know whose life your donation might save. READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE? Reach out to one of these trusted blood centers to schedule your next donation: Vitalant: https://lnkd.in/gYgQGTA3 American Red Cross: https://lnkd.in/gf4KFusy Stanford Blood Center: https://lnkd.in/gYgQGTA3

Blood Donation: A Lifesaving Act Blood donation is a voluntary process where individuals donate their blood to help patients in need. This selfless act can save up to three lives. Key Facts: - Every 2 seconds, someone needs blood. - 1 pint of blood saves 3 lives. - Only 37% of eligible donors actually donate. Benefits: - Saves lives - Supports cancer patients - Aids surgical patients - Helps new mothers - Free medical screening Donate Today! Visit your local blood bank or hospital to give the gift of life. Remember: Every drop counts, every life matters.

🌍💉 World Blood Donor Day 2024: Your Donation Saves Lives! 💉🌍 Today, we celebrate World Blood Donor Day, dedicated to raising awareness about the vital role of blood donation. This year's theme, "Give Blood, Share Life," highlights the impact a single donation can have on countless lives. 🚑 Why Donate Blood? Every 2 seconds, someone in the world needs blood. One donation can save up to three lives. Blood is essential for surgeries, cancer treatment, chronic illnesses, and traumatic injuries. Every donation is a step toward a healthier, more resilient world. By choosing to give blood, you are ensuring that no one has to worry about the availability of blood in their time of need. 🔗 Learn more about how you can help: https://lnkd.in/eBX-yUZn #WorldBloodDonorDay #GiveBloodShareLife #DonateBlood #SaveLives #BloodDonation

This #EyeDonationMonth, learn the facts! A cornea transplant is a surgical procedure that replaces a diseased, damaged or infected cornea with a healthy, donated cornea. Corneal transplantation is the most frequently performed transplant procedure. Learn more about eye donation: https://lnkd.in/g7N9ZdEB 👁️ #YouChangeLives

1 in 4 people will need a blood transfusion at some point in their lives. It’s a powerful reminder of how crucial blood donations are to our healthcare system. Every day, 5,000 blood donations are needed in the UK to support patients undergoing surgeries, receiving cancer treatments, or dealing with emergencies. Around 30% of all blood donations go to people battling cancer, while the rest support those in need of urgent medical care. Recently, I donated blood, and it was a reminder of just how easy and impactful this act can be. By taking 30 minutes of my time, I had the chance to help others in ways that can truly save lives. Blood can’t be manufactured—it can only come from generous donors. Without it, our healthcare system would face severe challenges. If you’ve ever thought about donating, here’s what you need to know: 🩸You must be 17 to 66 years old (or over 70 if you’ve donated in the past two years). 🩸You need to weigh at least 50 kg. 🩸Make sure you feel healthy and well on the day of your donation. 🩸Recent travel, tattoos, or illness may require a short waiting period. A single blood donation can save up to three lives, and with blood only lasting 35 days (for red blood cells), regular donations are essential. It’s a small commitment that makes a big difference. #GiveBlood #SaveLives #Healthcare #BloodDonation #NHS

Renown Health Foundation is proud to announce a transformative $5.5 million donation for the Renown Transplant Institute from the William N. Pennington Foundation. The donation will ensure a successful launch of the first kidney transplant program for northern Nevada and support the recruitment and start-up phase for kidney transplants. The grant will also help establish the William N. Pennington Patient Assistance Fund, a program dedicated to supporting transplant patients and their families during their medical journey. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4glZDuu (Pictured below: Ernesto Pompeo Molmenti MD PhD MBA, Renown Transplant Division Chief, speaking at the 2024 Nevada Donor Network, Inc. Hope Dinner) 

Did you know this week is #DonateLife #KidsTransplantWeek? We'd like to thank all transplant professionals dedicated to helping children & their families! A few facts from Donate Life 👉 donatelife.net ✔ In the United States, there are nearly 2,000 children under the age of 18 waiting for a variety of organs, and more than 25% of them are under 5 years old. ✔ Most children under the age of 1 are waiting for a liver or heart transplant. ✔ Most children ages 6–10 are waiting for a kidney transplant. ✔ Most children ages 11–17 are primarily waiting for a donor kidney transplant; followed by donor heart or donor liver.