Lesley Clarke Richard Still’s cornea and kidneys were donated after he suffered a brain haemorrhage Families are increasingly turning down requests to donate a relative’s organs, sometimes because their loved one’s wishes were unknown. With the transplant waiting list at a 10-year high, the NHS is urging people to talk about what they would want. … Read more
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Reality TV star Vicky Pattison had some of her eggs frozen last year. She told the BBC that she plans to donate any she doesn’t use, to help couples who are struggling to conceive naturally. UK viewers can watch Egg Freezing and Me on BBC iPlayer now. Source link
The FDA will soon remove a three month abstinence policy for donations for men who have sex with men. Source link
Did you know that every year, over 1 million tonnes of textiles — a majority coming from households — are thrown away in India? So, as you begin prepping for the festive season ahead and take a deep dive into clearing up your wardrobe to make way for new clothes, perhaps it is time to … Read more
Many believe the U.S.’s blood donation policy is out of date and discriminatory. But what might a more science-based approach look like? Source link
“Sam has shown us all what a true hero he really is, by putting his own once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see England play at Wembley aside, to give someone with blood cancer or a blood disorder their best chance at survival and we simply cannot thank him enough,” Anthony Nolan Trust’s chief executive Henny Braund said. … Read more
Boris Johnson says the donations to countries in need will begin within weeks. Source link