7 Things To Know About World Organ Donation Day

Organ scarcity is increasing across the globe but it affects more people in India. Around 5 lakhs patients in India and around 7000 in the U.S die annually due to the lack of organ donors. But if every person takes the pledge to donate we can save up to 8 lives. World Organ Donation Day, thus, holds immense importance in the life of patients with chronic illnesses.

13th August is a day marked to raise awareness among people about the importance of donating organs. Learn more about this day, the world’s first donor, eligibility for donors, and more.

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This crucial operation increased the life of Richard for 8 more years whereas Ronald died at the age of 79.

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In India, more than 150,000 people wait for their organ to get removed but lack of availability of donors force them to die. So, let’s take a pledge on this World Organ Donation Day and do a good deed after you leave this world.