* Human rights task force tackles abuse concerns Dec 23, 2008
Liu agreed to suggestions from Chang that the Department of Health should reveal the number on a regular basis, promote concerns about human rights and medical ethics over Chinas organ transplant industry, and encourage the concept of organ donation domestically, Yeh said. This story has been viewed 497 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Family of fallen Dallas officer to be in Tournament of Roses Parade Dec 22, 2008
More than 28,000 lives are saved each year in the United States through the gift of organ donation, giving hope to the nearly 100,000 awaiting a life-saving organ transplant. In addition, every year hundreds of thousands of people need donated corneas and tissue to prevent or cure blindness, heal burns or save limbs. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
PHOTOS: Top 10 Strangest Health Stories of 2008 Dec 20, 2008
Her family said their goodbyes and Thomas tubes were removed, but she remained hooked on a ventilator as the possibility of organ donation was discussed. Surprisingly, Thomas woke up 10 minutes later and started talking. (Fox News)
Tarr sponsors organ donation bill Dec 20, 2008
State Senate Assistant Minority Leader Bruce Tarr, R-Gloucester, state representatives Anthony Verga, D-Gloucester, and Katherine Clark, D-Melrose, and State Representative-Elect Ann-Margaret Ferrante, D-Gloucester, announced the filing of Jackson s Bill, a progressive organ donation bill, on Monday, Dec. 15 in the Patient Entertainment Center at Children s Hospital Boston ... Jackson s story, in conjunction with that of fellow Gloucester resident J.J. Nicastro, brought together the Cape Ann... (Tewksbury Advocate, MA)
The most meaningful gift this holiday season is the gift of life Dec 19, 2008
" Today in Ontario, 1708 patients are waiting for a lifesaving organ transplant. Of those, 1071 are men, 611 are women and 26 are children. They are living on hope of a gift from others who have made the critical decision that Derek Restoule's family did. Derek was born on Christmas Day in 1992. Two years ago at the age of 14, Derek succumbed to head injuries, as a result of a bicycle accident. He went on to save five lives through organ donation. "Donation has helped my family and me to know... (Canada Newswire)
Transplant surgeon acquitted in case involving potential organ ... Dec 19, 2008
His mother had given permission for organ donation, and a team that included Roozrokh flew in from San Francisco on behalf of a regional transplant network ... Although some experts said the highly publicized case reflects deeply held fears about ghoulish transplant physicians, it has not dampened organ donations, according to Bryan Stewart, a spokesman for OneLegacy, the nonprofit organization that secures donations in Los Angeles and six other counties. (Los Angeles Times)
Face transplant recipient had endured humiliation Dec 19, 2008
The face was donated by a family that was asked specifically to approve the gift - not simply done under general organ donation consent rules, said officials of LifeBanc, the organ procurement group in northeast Ohio that arranged the transplant. The recipient was not shown a picture of the donor, and in animal experiments "the recipient never looks like the donor," especially when the injuries are so severe, Dr. Siemionow said. (Globe and Mail)
Cross-donor system planned for region's kidney patients Dec 19, 2008
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)
Murdered man's lifesaving gift unites parents with new friend Dec 19, 2008
There, they saw a sign about organ donation ... More than 80,000 people nationwide are awaiting organ donations. (Yahoo News -- Organ Donation & Transplants)
News Stories Dec 19, 2008
Organ Donation plants Full Coverage on Yahoo. News. (Yahoo News -- Organ Donation & Transplants)
Giving the gift of a better life Dec 19, 2008
Sibling donations come next, says the Australia and New Zealand Organ Donation Registry. More distant relatives barely get a look-in, though friends made 16 donations, as did one former spouse. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Opinion: Ethical procedure Dec 18, 2008
And should the laws governing organ donation be revised so donors have the option to give permission, or deny permission, for a facial transplant. Issues of personal identityThe Cleveland transplant is a ringing alarm clock that it is time to revisit the legislation governing organ and tissue donation. (MSNBC -- Health)
Woman Recovering From Rare Face Transplant Dec 18, 2008
The face was donated by a family that asked specifically to approve the gift and was not done under general organ donation consent rules, said officials of Life 00001F2F Banc, the Northeast Ohio organ procurement group that arranged the transplant. The hospital posted a statement from the woman's sibling on its Web site. (CBS News)
TV highlights, December 17 Dec 17, 2008
"Crisis of Conscience", the 16th episode of the 23-part season, finds several of the doctors facing ethical quandaries: about the responsibility to report a suspected suicide attempt, and the proper response to information about possible corruption in the organ donation program. Sean Young (Blade Runner, No Way Out) and Andy Dick (NewsRadio, Less Than Perfect) guest star - Young as a weary, ailing single mother, and Dick as a hyper-neurological patient who has premonitions. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Local lawmakers back Jacksons Bill to increase organ donations Dec 17, 2008
Local lawmakers back Jacksons Bill to increase organ donations - Malden, MA - Malden Observer ... Local lawmakers back Jacksons Bill to increase organ donations ... Boston - A new bill to increase organ donations in the state has been filed honoring two young Gloucester residents, toddler Jackson Altieri, who is doing well after receiving an organ transplant last year, and J.J. Nicastro, 12, who died last summer before a new heart could be found for him. (Malden Observer, MA)
State Capitol Briefs, Dec. 15 Dec 16, 2008
By State House News Service. Mon Dec 15, 2008, 03:52 PM EST. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Local 16-year-olds can now give blood Dec 16, 2008
The legislative change permitting the younger donors was piggybacked onto a bill regarding organ donations. That measure now allows a symbol on one s driver s license to serve as first-person consent for organ donations ... The provision lowering the blood-donor age to 16 in North Carolina was tacked on because the organ donation kind of goes hand in hand with that, Mills said of the medical issues involved. (Mount Airy News)
It's a Small World -- Watch Out for New Diseases Dec 15, 2008
Blood transfusions and organ donation can both be methods to transmit this disease. Very common in South and Central America, this disease is most often transferred by the reduviid insect, commonly known as the "kissing bug." Named for its propensity to bite people's faces, the kissing bug is a nocturnal insect that lives in thatched roofs and cracked walls. (Pekin Times, IL)
Measures fail to curb obesity in children Dec 12, 2008
Six people involved in the organ donation process reveal their experiences, and speak out on the 'presumed consent' debate. 3 Nov 2008. (guardian.co.uk)
Curiosity call to a house of prayer Dec 12, 2008
What is Islam's view on organ donation. How do you feel when you fast. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Let's celebrate organ donation Dec 10, 2008
Page last updated at 17:53 GMT, Tuesday, 9 December 2008. The Forum 60 seconds to change the world. (BBC News -- UK)
One Way You Can Still Protect Your Adult Children Dec 7, 2008
This document will provide clear directions regarding your medical treatment and can include a living will, a durable health care power of attorney and a statement about organ donation. Do-Not-Resuscitate Order. (Pekin Times, IL)
Organ donations: working on ways to converse with grieving relatives Dec 6, 2008
ELIZABETH Treasure has asked the question many times, but her heart still races when she approaches families to discuss organ donation. "It's very challenging to talk to people when they've just been told their loved one is dying or has died," the nurse, who works as an organ donation consultant for the Royal Melbourne Hospital, says ... Ms Treasure is one of hundreds of practitioners working with the National Organ Donation Collaborative to improve the way this delicate conversation takes place... (The Age)
Delhi schoolkids made aware of hepatitis, organ donation Dec 5, 2008
New Delhi (IANS): School children of Delhi were Thursday made aware of measures to combat dreaded liver disease, hepatitis, as well as the importance of organ donation in saving the lives of persons afflicted by it ... "The main aim on this occasion is to ensure we spread awareness among children about the prevention of hepatitis and to boost the Indian mindset to encourage organ donation, which can save the lives of many people," said S.K. Sarin, professor and head of gastroenterology... (Hindu)
Kidney Foundation chapters consolidate Dec 5, 2008
The National Kidney Foundation, perhaps best known for its car donation program, is dedicated to preventing diseases of the kidney and urinary tract, improving patients health and encouraging organ donation. Reader Comments. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Organ donation: is change needed to boost numbers? Nov 30, 2008
Organ donation: is change needed to boost numbers ... But persuading enough people to put their name on the organ donation register has proved difficult ... The UK Organ Donation Taskforce has announced that assuming organs could be used unless people opted out was unlikely to boost donation rates. (NW Evening Mail)
Local couple campaigns for more organ donors Nov 29, 2008
Connie and Michael Stump became advocates for organ donation after Connie became the beneficiary of a donated liver in the spring of 1999. NT photo by Ric Routledge. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
Washington License Mail Includes Donation Pitch Nov 29, 2008
The insert asks for money to promote awareness of organ donation. After a three-month test with the flyer, the Department of Licensing says it may allow other public service inserts in its mail. (KIRO TV, WA)
Header goes here goes here goes goes here goes here go Nov 29, 2008
Fundraiser for Erin Kistner; also to increase public awareness of the importance of organ donation. Dinner/music, 6:30-8 p.m.; silent auction, 6:30-9 p.m.; entertainment, 8-8:30 p.m.; DJ/dancing: 8:30-10:30 p.m.. (Florida Times-Union)
More of this story Nov 27, 2008
Advocating for Organ Donation. Now advocates for organ donation, the Scotts know Manning wouldn t be here today if he hadn t received a heart ... To Kylee, one of the most important messages she wants to get out to people is how crucial organ donation is. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Harefield staff cleared over spate of heart transplant deaths Nov 27, 2008
The prime minister says he is not ruling out a law change on organ donation, despite experts rejecting the idea of "presumed consent". Jun 26 2006. (guardian.co.uk)
Government to replace sick notes with "fit notes" Nov 27, 2008
Government to replace sick notes with 'fit notes. social affairs editor. (guardian.co.uk)
British wins at the Emmys bode well for bigger gongs Nov 26, 2008
But it later turned out to be a stunt intended to pressure the Dutch government to reform organ donation laws. First Emmy awards were also given to programme-makers from Jordan and Argentina. (Independent)
System cuts race bias from liver transplants Nov 26, 2008
Prior to 2002, when the new rating system started at the nation's organ donation programs, time spent on the waiting list was a major factor in deciding who was eligible for a liver transplant. As a result, black patients had comparatively fewer liver transplants than whites, and were at higher risk of dying. (News & Observer)
Organs Donated Against Wishes Of Family Nov 26, 2008
Christian Balboa, 28, the eldest of Spickerman's four brothers, told The San Diego Union-Tribune that he and other relatives were considering legal action to bar the organ donation. But the organs were removed from Spickerman's body before the family could obtain a court order, the newspaper reported. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Robert De Niro, Dick Wolf, Kevin Spacey Nov 26, 2008
It turned out the woman was not dying and the exercise was intended to pressure the Dutch government to reform organ donation laws. (AP). (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Britain dominates International Emmys Nov 25, 2008
The woman was not really dying and the program was aimed at pointing out problems with organ donation laws. Recommend this article. (Globe and Mail)
She's stuck on a past relationship Nov 24, 2008
org to see how to get on the national bone marrow registry, or contact their local hospital for more information on organ donation. Send questions to askamy@tribune. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Groups turn to young people to boost organ donors Nov 23, 2008
Recognizing young people are an important group to tap into, Canadian Blood Services, which has been charged with the task of starting a national system to boost organ donation and life-saving transplants, is looking to increase its pool of younger donors ... We should be talking about organ donation early; there shouldn't be a big mystery about it. (Globe and Mail -- National)
A transplant war of my own Nov 23, 2008
So I can t understand the line taken by the Organ Donation Taskforce, the panel that last week recommended sticking with informed consent, the clever system that somehow turns near-universal approval of organ donation into a sign-up of only 24. The same clever system that allows relatives to veto donation even when the deceased is a known donor, so that the actual donation rate is 10. (Times Online)
A father's gift of life to his son Nov 22, 2008
Pediatric hepatologist Michael Stormon from the Children's Hospital at Westmead said donated livers from the deceased were preferred but Australia's low rate of organ donation meant living family members were being called upon more often. "Living related-donation takes a well person and subjects them to an operation with all the side-effects but in Eric's case it was a no-brainer, there was no time to wait," he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
'Brain death' panels on the cards Nov 22, 2008
MUMBAI: In a bid to boost organ donation, the BMC will set up `brain death' committees at five peripheral hospitals in the city. "The committees will have the power to declare a patient brain dead. The move will help in retrieval of vital organs-which function up to 72 hours after brain death-that can then be transplanted to patients suffering from organ failure,'' a BMC official said. The committee comprising a neurologist, referring doctor, the medical superintendent of the hospital concerned... (Times of India)
Stanford News Nov 22, 2008
"On Nov. 2, six members of the Stanford Lions Club attended the Lions District 20-O Convention in Kerhonkson. They attended workshops on topics such as Organ Donation, Fact and Fiction and Lions SEE Training. The Lions SEE program stands for Screening Eyes Early. This is an exciting program that screens children prior to the age of 5 to check for eye abnormalities and identify obstructions, cataracts, ptosis (drooping eyelid), and amblyopia (lazy eye). Joyce Maier, past district governor for... (Pine Plains Register Herald, NY)
Overshadowed, kidney disease takes a growing toll Nov 21, 2008
(In contrast, the American Association of Kidney Patients supports research into how financial incentives would affect organ donation. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Should we assume consent on organs? Nov 21, 2008
A large number of the others support organ donation in principle but haven't thought about whether they would donate. However, only 25 per cent of people are on the organ donation register ... An opt-out register would make organ donation more commonplace and so help to dispel these myths. (Times Online)
British experts reject change to organ donation Nov 20, 2008
Britain has one of the lowest organ donation rates in Europe and Prime Minister Gordon Brown said his government might change the law despite the recommendation of the Organ Donation Taskforce, a panel of more than 20 medical professionals, lawyers and public health and government officials ... 2 organ donations per million of the population, compared with 34. (guardian.co.uk)
Jewish Hospital, KODA recognized Nov 19, 2008
and Kentucky Organ Donor Affiliates have received the National Health and Human Services Medal of Honor for Organ Donation from the. To qualify for the honor, hospitals had to achieve 75 percent organ donation rates the number of deceased people who donated organs divided by the total number of deceased people eligible to donate organs between August 2006 and May 2008. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Hopes rise over organ donation Nov 19, 2008
A change in the law on organ donation may yet occur, in spite of an expert advisory body yesterday rejecting the idea. The UK Organ Donation Task Force said that moving to a system where people are presumed to give consent to their organs being used for transplant risked damaging the "vital relationship of trust" between doctors and patients at the end of life. (Financial Times)
British experts nix 'opt-out' organ donation law Nov 18, 2008
British experts nix opt-out organ donation law ... Britain has one of the lowest organ donation rates in Europe and Prime Minister Gordon Brown said his government might change the law despite the recommendation of the Organ Donation Taskforce, a panel of more than 20 medical professionals, lawyers and public health and government officials ... 2 organ donations per million of the population, compared with 34. (MSNBC -- International)
The donor trail Nov 18, 2008
"It was literally, 'I'm really sorry, Martin isn't going to make it, there's nothing else we can do for him' ... take a breath ... 'Have you ever considered organ donation?'" ... The Burtons have become involved in the Donor Family Network, a charity that supports donor families and promotes awareness of organ donation ... Such a switch is supported by Gordon Brown and the government's chief medical officer, but was yesterday rejected by the organ donation taskforce - a decision she welcomes. (guardian.co.uk)
Transplant family find consolation in 40 people their son helped Nov 18, 2008
I absolutely believe if you approach every family in the way we do you would naturally increase organ donation. Sarah Thornton, 41, the lead consultant, said: It is their right to be asked. (Times Online)
Donor 'opt-out' proposal rejected Nov 17, 2008
The UK Organ Donation Taskforce - a government advisory committee - said there was little evidence the move would increase availability of organs ... Elizabeth BugginsUK Organ Donation Taskforce ... The UK has one of the lowest organ donation rates in Europe. (BBC News -- UK)
Saving pieces of the past Nov 17, 2008
ALBANY This is organ donation for buildings. When an old house is on the verge of being torn down, its pieces can give new life to another property. (Albany Times Union)
Organ donor opt-out plan rejected Nov 17, 2008
Elisabeth Buggins, of the UK Organ Donation Taskforce, set up by the Government to help increase the number of donors, said evidence examined by her committee had led them to conclude that an "opt-out" system was not the best method of boosting the number of organs for transplant ... Mrs Buggins told BBC Breakfast that Spain has the best organ donation rate in the world. (Ananova -- World Headlines)
Cross-donor system planned for region's kidney patients Nov 17, 2008
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)
Murdered man's lifesaving gift unites parents with new friend Nov 17, 2008
There, they saw a sign about organ donation ... More than 80,000 people nationwide are awaiting organ donations. (Yahoo News -- Organ Donation & Transplants)
News Stories Nov 17, 2008
Organ Donation plants Full Coverage on Yahoo. News. (Yahoo News -- Organ Donation & Transplants)
Britain 'not ready for presumed consent' Nov 17, 2008
The British public is not ready to adopt a system of 'presumed consent' as regards organ donation, a review by the Organ Donation Taskforce will say ... The UK's level of organ donation is 13. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Organ donor law overhaul still on cards Nov 16, 2008
"It was a fairly close decision among members of the group. They were minded to go to an opt-out system but they wanted to see their other recommendations implemented first.". Yesterday campaigners said they were disappointed that the expert group had not called for an immediate change but welcomed the review. (Scotsman)
Doctors forced to use organs of cancer victims Nov 16, 2008
A report commissioned by the government, to be published tomorrow by the Organ Donation Taskforce, is expected to advise against any arrangement under which organs are removed after death unless an individual has recorded a wish to opt out. Donaldson criticised the decision. (Times Online)
Doctors fear Hannah Jones case may blight heart swaps Nov 15, 2008
Doctors are further worried that parents may be dissuaded from opting for organ donation, although they acknowledge that this was never the family s intention. Hannah s parents never sought to publicise her decision and it came to light only when they spoke to a national newspaper about the problems of getting travel insurance to take her to a Disney resort. (Times Online)
Wales organ transplants row Nov 15, 2008
WALES could still seek a change to the law on organ donation despite reports of a UK government task force rejecting the idea of presumed consent ... Organ donation is a non-devolved issue and although no decision has been made about presumed consent in Wales, Health Minister Edwina Hart has not ruled out seeking a legislative competence order on the issue. (WalesOnline)
Round-up of bad week for economy Nov 14, 2008
The Times leads with a report that an opt-out organ donation scheme plan will be rejected by government advisers. Experts have decided the scheme "would do little to boost the number of life-saving transplants", says the paper. (BBC News -- UK)
Gordon Brown's 'opt-out' organ donation system to be rejected ... Nov 14, 2008
Gordon Brown's 'opt-out' organ donation system to be rejected after pressure from religious groups ... Gordon Brown's plans for an 'opt-out' organ donation system will be thrown out by experts, it emerged last night ... Killing time: More than 400 people die a year because of long waiting lists for organ donations. (Daily Mail)
Disney sets out to make 'The Passion for kids' Nov 14, 2008
A report into organ donation ordered by Gordon Brown will not recommend a system of presumed consent. China is to ban singers from miming to songs following the row over a nine-year-old girl lip-synching during the Olympic opening ceremony. (Yahoo News -- 'The Passion of the Christ')
