People often think that they will be perfectly fine with just one kidney. But there are long-term health consequences, and ...

A contest across Maine trade schools and high schools each year displays creativity and advocacy for becoming an organ donor.

With more than a fifth of kidneys now allocated outside the established order, serious concerns about transparency, fairness, ...

Unfortunately, most of the individuals on that list never receive the transplant they need. While many of us are curious about becoming an organ donor, we end up changing our minds for various reasons ...

A new discovery by Mayo Clinic researchers could mean more donor hearts are available for heart transplant, giving more people a second chance at life.

Surgeons from Keck Medicine of USC and UCLA Health have performed the world's first-in-human bladder transplant.

Organ donation is their only hope. "Delivering a lung transplant takes resources, skill, dedication and most of all sacrifice," she said. "The national transplant unit at the Mater is proud to ...

Mr Patterson has shared his health story in support of Organ Donor Awareness Week, which runs from May 10 to 17. He is grateful for the new lease of life provided by his new kidney. For more on this ...

“He is currently on life support, allowing time for his organs to be carefully prepared for donation, in accordance with his selfless wishes. “Even after death, Lt. Dranbauer continues to ...

Baxter Health has been honored with the Silver Award from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for its outstanding efforts in promoting organ donation awareness and advocacy throughout its ...

Her family participates in the NJ Sharing Network's 5K Celebration of Life Walk in Ocean Grove on May 17 to honor Beverly and raise awareness for organ donation. There is a significant need for ...