On National Organ Donor Day, lawmakers and health organizations emphasized the urgent need for organ donations, highlighting that over 100,000 people are on the national transplant waiting list and, on average, 20 people die each day while waiting for a transplant. Representatives Shri Thanedar, Tom Kean, Jerry Nadler, Darren Soto, Dina Titus, Jim Costa, and Salinas, alongside organizations like the Mayo Clinic and the MassRMV, expressed their support for the Living Donor Protection Act. This legislation aims to lower barriers to organ donation by protecting donors from discrimination and ensuring their rights, which is crucial for increasing living organ donations and saving lives. The act underscores the significant impact one donor can have, potentially saving or improving the lives of up to 50 people.
Today is National Organ Donor Day! Over 100,000 individuals are on the national transplant waiting list, so we must do all we can to lower barriers to organ donation. Pleased to cosponsor the Living Donor Protection Act to do just that. https://t.co/FJDdzWimVf
On average, 20 people die each day while waiting for a transplant. We must do everything we can to lower barriers to organ donation. That’s why I introduced the Living Donor Protection Act, which will lower barriers to living organ donation.
On Valentine's Day, let's take a moment to appreciate those incredible who've given the ultimate gift – the gift of life through organ donation. As we celebrate love today, let's also honor National Donor Day by recognizing the kindness of these individuals. #NationalDonorDay https://t.co/fINZTQ78MD
Happy National Organ Donor Day! What better way to show your love this Valentine’s Day than by appreciating those who give the gift of life? Join me in supporting the Living Donor Protection Act to save lives by increasing living organ donations.
More than 100,000 people are on the national transplant waiting list. That’s why I’m proud to sponsor the Living Donor Protection Act, which will lower barriers to organ donation for these people and generations to come. #HappyNationalOrganDonorDay #LDPA https://t.co/RGIbNOv5I7
Today is #NationalOrganDonorDay! With over 100k people on the national transplant wait list, we must protect donors who are saving lives. That’s why I’m proud to co-sponsor the Living Donor Protection Act to prevent insurance companies from discriminating against these heroes.
This National Organ Donor Day, join me in supporting the Living Donor Protection Act. 100,000+ individuals are on the national transplant waiting list. Together we can protect living organ donors and put a stop to discriminatory measures that delay living donation.
Happy National Organ Donor Day! What better way to show your love this Valentine’s Day than by appreciating those who give the gift of life? The #LivingDonorProtectionAct will increase organ donations by protecting the health and rights of all living donors. https://t.co/eDQt62FkqF
#HappyNationalOrganDonorDay! 🫀 Every donor has the opportunity to save lives and give hope to those in need. Registering to donate your organs can make a world of difference. https://t.co/jR5KWhJzIM
More than 100,000 people are on the national transplant waiting list. That’s why I’m a cosponsor of the Living Donor Protection Act, which will lower barriers to organ donation for these people and generations to come. #HappyNationalOrganDonorDay https://t.co/kdtQfZiO18
This #NationalDonorDay, an annual observance dedicated to spreading awareness and education about organ, eye and tissue donation, Michelle Tatum, who donated a kidney to her cousin, hopes others will also consider being living donors. Read more: https://t.co/HQ5Wh5S92p
More than 100,000 people are on the national transplant waiting list. That’s why I’m a supporter of the Living Donor Protection Act, which will lower barriers to organ donation for these people and generations to come. #HappyNationalOrganDonorDay #LDPA https://t.co/of4Lt1Kl4P
Today is National Organ Donation Day. One donor can save up to eight lives. The same donor can also save or improve the lives of up to 50 people! Enroll as an organ donor here: https://t.co/kBFqwXAVU3 https://t.co/mfSTWHVHSu