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The Future of Organ Transplants

Photo Courtesy of Carole Daly

We have come a long way since organ transplantation first began. Find out how scientists are innovating new ways to replace human organs. 

Recent News

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Every 10 minutes, someone is added to the national organ transplant waiting list. 1

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About 92 transplants happen every day in the U.S. 1

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1 donor can save 8 lives.13

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Every day, 22 people die waiting for an organ transplant. 1

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How You Can Help

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1.  Talk To Your Family About Your Decision

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If becoming an organ donor is important to you, let your family know, so they can help make important decisions if you are unable to communicate for yourself.

3. Register at the DMV

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Dept. of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has partnered with Donate Life California. In renewing or receiving a driver's license, you can select to become an organ donor on your license application.  

2.  Register To Become an Organ Donor Through the Donate Life California Website

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Visit the Donate Life California Registry website at http://www.donatelifecalifornia.org/  to sign up. 

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4. Be a Living donor 

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Living donors can donate kidneys and parts of lungs, livers, and intestines to transplant patients. 

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