South Africa is a world leader in the field of organ
transplantation; however, while the number of patients waiting for transplants
continues to increase the serious shortage of potential donors continues to be
of great concern.
The Organ Donor Foundation is a non-profit charity,
established to address the critical shortage of organ and tissue donors in
South Africa through awareness and education campaigns.
Currently there are over 3,500 South Africans waiting for
organ and tissue transplants. Sadly, as a result of this critical shortage less
than 1,000 of them will receive a transplant and the "Gift of Life"
this year.
Research has shown that organ donation is acceptable to the
majority of South Africans and contrary to popular belief, a grieving family
takes great comfort from the knowledge that they are able to help others
through the donation of their loved one's organs and tissues.
There is no cost charged to register as an organ donor.
Save Lives. Be an Organ Donor.
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