I Want My Death to Be a Deed of KindnessMany U.S. adults lack essential wills, leading to uncertainty in end-of-life decisions.Asset wills and living wills simplify processes for families and ensure wishes are honored.
Bus driver appears in court after nine-year-old girl killed in collision in BexleyheathA bus driver is charged after a nine-year-old girl was killed in a collision, prompting questions about driving safety and legal consequences.
Organ donation non-profit LiveOnNY honored for advocacyLiveOnNY's advocacy led to a new law mandating organ donation education in driver's licensing courses, aiming to increase donor registration.
Bus driver appears in court after nine-year-old girl killed in collision in BexleyheathA bus driver is charged after a nine-year-old girl was killed in a collision, prompting questions about driving safety and legal consequences.
Organ donation non-profit LiveOnNY honored for advocacyLiveOnNY's advocacy led to a new law mandating organ donation education in driver's licensing courses, aiming to increase donor registration.
Maspeth teacher receives unexpected and amazing' kidney transplant from selfless co-worker he hardly knew QNSA teacher donated her kidney to a colleague she hardly knew, illustrating profound selflessness and the spirit of community.
NJ man to receive fourth organ transplant - this time from his daughterLeon Szewcyk, 73, is receiving his fourth organ transplant, a kidney from his daughter, after a long wait on the transplant list.
Michigan teacher who received double lung transplant helps students make blankets for organ donor familiesA Michigan teacher and students created blankets for organ donor families to honor the impact of organ donation and celebrate their relationships with donors.
Over 50% of New Yorkers Now Registered as Organ DonorsOver 50% of eligible New Yorkers are now organ donors, a significant increase highlighting successful awareness efforts.
Son donates kidney to save his father's life for the second timeJoshua selflessly donated a kidney to save his father's life after previous donations of bone marrow.
Son saves dad twice giving bone marrow then a kidneyJoshua Andrew donated his kidney to save his father's life, showcasing profound familial love and resilience amid health challenges.
Maspeth teacher receives unexpected and amazing' kidney transplant from selfless co-worker he hardly knew QNSA teacher donated her kidney to a colleague she hardly knew, illustrating profound selflessness and the spirit of community.
NJ man to receive fourth organ transplant - this time from his daughterLeon Szewcyk, 73, is receiving his fourth organ transplant, a kidney from his daughter, after a long wait on the transplant list.
Michigan teacher who received double lung transplant helps students make blankets for organ donor familiesA Michigan teacher and students created blankets for organ donor families to honor the impact of organ donation and celebrate their relationships with donors.
Over 50% of New Yorkers Now Registered as Organ DonorsOver 50% of eligible New Yorkers are now organ donors, a significant increase highlighting successful awareness efforts.
Son donates kidney to save his father's life for the second timeJoshua selflessly donated a kidney to save his father's life after previous donations of bone marrow.
Son saves dad twice giving bone marrow then a kidneyJoshua Andrew donated his kidney to save his father's life, showcasing profound familial love and resilience amid health challenges.
Experience: I donated my uterus to a stranger now we're close friendsA woman's decision to donate her uterus inspired the author to pursue organ donation to help others become mothers.
Man whose left eye melted' in acid attack thanks placenta donor who helped him healA man regained hope of sight restoration after receiving amniotic grafts from a donated placenta following an acid attack.
NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia wants to shut down its rehab unit. Here's why.NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia plans to convert its rehab unit to emergency beds to improve patient care but faces community opposition.
Experience: I donated my uterus to a stranger now we're close friendsA woman's decision to donate her uterus inspired the author to pursue organ donation to help others become mothers.
Man whose left eye melted' in acid attack thanks placenta donor who helped him healA man regained hope of sight restoration after receiving amniotic grafts from a donated placenta following an acid attack.
NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia wants to shut down its rehab unit. Here's why.NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia plans to convert its rehab unit to emergency beds to improve patient care but faces community opposition.
Trading Time for Tissue: The Morality of Organ Donation Programs in PrisonsA Massachusetts bill proposed allowing incarcerated individuals to donate organs for reduced sentences, highlighting organ shortages and racial disparities in donations.
Doctors Realize at Last Moment They Were Harvesting Organs From Living PatientOrgan procurement protocols are under scrutiny after a man mistakenly declared dead showed signs of life prior to organ harvesting.
Trading Time for Tissue: The Morality of Organ Donation Programs in PrisonsA Massachusetts bill proposed allowing incarcerated individuals to donate organs for reduced sentences, highlighting organ shortages and racial disparities in donations.
Doctors Realize at Last Moment They Were Harvesting Organs From Living PatientOrgan procurement protocols are under scrutiny after a man mistakenly declared dead showed signs of life prior to organ harvesting.
Jockey Michael O'Sullivan dies aged 24 after fall in race last weekTragic loss of young jockey Michael O'Sullivan after a fall during a race, whose organ donation decision has provided hope to others.
Irish jockey Michael O'Sullivan dies aged 24 after fall in Thurles last weekJockey Michael O'Sullivan tragically died following a serious fall during a race, leaving behind a legacy of success and kindness.
Jockey Michael O'Sullivan dies aged 24 after fall in race last weekTragic loss of young jockey Michael O'Sullivan after a fall during a race, whose organ donation decision has provided hope to others.
Irish jockey Michael O'Sullivan dies aged 24 after fall in Thurles last weekJockey Michael O'Sullivan tragically died following a serious fall during a race, leaving behind a legacy of success and kindness.
Bus driver charged after nine-year-old girl killed in collision in BexleyheathA 23-year-old man charged with causing death by dangerous driving after a tragic bus collision that killed nine-year-old Ada Bicakci.
Little princess' who died after being hit by bus in Bexleyheath named and picturedA tragic bus accident led to the death of five-year-old Ada Bicakci and left her brother injured.
Girl, 9, killed after being hit by a bus in Bexleyheath named by police as Ada BicakciA nine-year-old girl named Ada Bicakci died after being hit by a bus, and her organs were donated to assist other children.
Police name bus driver charged after nine-year-old killed in Bexleyheath crashA bus driver has been charged with causing the death of nine-year-old Ada Bicakci in a crash in Bexleyheath.
Bus driver charged after nine-year-old girl killed in collision in BexleyheathA 23-year-old man charged with causing death by dangerous driving after a tragic bus collision that killed nine-year-old Ada Bicakci.
Little princess' who died after being hit by bus in Bexleyheath named and picturedA tragic bus accident led to the death of five-year-old Ada Bicakci and left her brother injured.
Girl, 9, killed after being hit by a bus in Bexleyheath named by police as Ada BicakciA nine-year-old girl named Ada Bicakci died after being hit by a bus, and her organs were donated to assist other children.
Police name bus driver charged after nine-year-old killed in Bexleyheath crashA bus driver has been charged with causing the death of nine-year-old Ada Bicakci in a crash in Bexleyheath.
A 19-year-old fatally beaten on Koreatown street, his grieving family seeks answersThe investigation is ongoing into the suspicious death of a 19-year-old man believed to be linked to a violent attack in Koreatown.
Bus driver charged with driving under influence after girl, 9, killed in BexleyheathA bus driver has been charged in connection with the tragic death of nine-year-old Ada Bicakci after a crash in Bexleyheath.
A 19-year-old fatally beaten on Koreatown street, his grieving family seeks answersThe investigation is ongoing into the suspicious death of a 19-year-old man believed to be linked to a violent attack in Koreatown.
Bus driver charged with driving under influence after girl, 9, killed in BexleyheathA bus driver has been charged in connection with the tragic death of nine-year-old Ada Bicakci after a crash in Bexleyheath.
She had the most beautiful heart in the world': how Keira saved Max's lifeThe article illuminates the intertwined fate of Max and Keira, demonstrating the tragic impact of illness and the profound choice of organ donation.
Moving wall art tributes for 'keen' gymnast, 9, killed in Bexleyheath bus crashA tragic accident resulted in the death of Ada Bicakci, 9, following a bus collision in Bexley, raising community concerns and grief.
Funeral of Galway boxer John Cooney who died following Belfast bout hears: 'He was looking forward to starting a family'Boxer Mr. Cooney passed away after a fight, leaving behind a legacy of love, bravery, and organ donation.
Alabama high school football player dies after suffering injury during gameCaden Tellier, a 16-year-old Alabama football player, died following a critical injury during a game, remembered for his kindness and as an organ donor.
Beloved California teacher, 6 months pregnant, falls to her death in GreeceA beloved teacher, Clara Thomann's tragic hiking accident profoundly impacted her community and family, highlighting the importance of celebrating life despite loss.
She had the most beautiful heart in the world': how Keira saved Max's lifeThe article illuminates the intertwined fate of Max and Keira, demonstrating the tragic impact of illness and the profound choice of organ donation.
Moving wall art tributes for 'keen' gymnast, 9, killed in Bexleyheath bus crashA tragic accident resulted in the death of Ada Bicakci, 9, following a bus collision in Bexley, raising community concerns and grief.
Funeral of Galway boxer John Cooney who died following Belfast bout hears: 'He was looking forward to starting a family'Boxer Mr. Cooney passed away after a fight, leaving behind a legacy of love, bravery, and organ donation.
Alabama high school football player dies after suffering injury during gameCaden Tellier, a 16-year-old Alabama football player, died following a critical injury during a game, remembered for his kindness and as an organ donor.
Beloved California teacher, 6 months pregnant, falls to her death in GreeceA beloved teacher, Clara Thomann's tragic hiking accident profoundly impacted her community and family, highlighting the importance of celebrating life despite loss.
The only person in the world with a functioning pig organ is thriving after a record 2 monthsTowana Looney becomes the longest living recipient of a pig organ transplant, thriving for 61 days post-surgery.
The science behind the first pig-organ transplant trial in humansThe FDA has approved a trial for pig kidney transplantation in humans, marking a significant step towards alleviating organ donor shortages.
NH man is 2nd person known to be living with a pig kidney after MGH transplantThe first successful pig kidney transplant in a human marks a significant step towards addressing the organ shortage crisis.
A Third Person Has Received a Transplant of a Genetically Engineered Pig KidneyA woman named Towana Looney is the third person to receive a kidney transplant from a genetically engineered pig, reflecting progress in xenotransplantation.
Alabama woman doing well after the latest experimental pig kidney transplantTowana Looney's pig kidney transplant marks a significant advance in xenotransplantation, offering hope for many on the transplant list.
Heart issues, not pig kidney, killed transplant patient, doctors sayRick Slayman died from a cardiac event unrelated to his kidney transplant from a genetically engineered pig, highlighting the risks in medical procedures.
The only person in the world with a functioning pig organ is thriving after a record 2 monthsTowana Looney becomes the longest living recipient of a pig organ transplant, thriving for 61 days post-surgery.
The science behind the first pig-organ transplant trial in humansThe FDA has approved a trial for pig kidney transplantation in humans, marking a significant step towards alleviating organ donor shortages.
NH man is 2nd person known to be living with a pig kidney after MGH transplantThe first successful pig kidney transplant in a human marks a significant step towards addressing the organ shortage crisis.
A Third Person Has Received a Transplant of a Genetically Engineered Pig KidneyA woman named Towana Looney is the third person to receive a kidney transplant from a genetically engineered pig, reflecting progress in xenotransplantation.
Alabama woman doing well after the latest experimental pig kidney transplantTowana Looney's pig kidney transplant marks a significant advance in xenotransplantation, offering hope for many on the transplant list.
Heart issues, not pig kidney, killed transplant patient, doctors sayRick Slayman died from a cardiac event unrelated to his kidney transplant from a genetically engineered pig, highlighting the risks in medical procedures.
Boy (6) removed armbands shortly before drowning in swimming pool in Offaly hotel, inquest hearsOliver Forde tragically died in a hotel pool accident, leading to an outpouring of grief as his organ donation saved four lives.
How cryopreservation could end death as we know itCryopreservation has transformed medical practices by enabling immediate access to organs and biological materials, significantly improving patient outcomes.
Selfless parents gave their child's organs to save my son. I'm in awe of them'Ralph Tatham's successful triple organ transplant saved his life, highlighting the challenges of child organ donation in the UK.
Parents' transplant plea: 'One more infection and we could lose our boy'Zachary Bradford urgently needs a small bowel and liver transplant to survive, with his family racing against time to find a match.
Boy enjoys first Christmas since organ transplantFour-year-old Ralph is celebrating his first Christmas at home post-transplant, highlighting the importance of organ donation.The Waiting to Live campaign raises awareness about child organ donation.
Selfless parents gave their child's organs to save my son. I'm in awe of them'Ralph Tatham's successful triple organ transplant saved his life, highlighting the challenges of child organ donation in the UK.
Parents' transplant plea: 'One more infection and we could lose our boy'Zachary Bradford urgently needs a small bowel and liver transplant to survive, with his family racing against time to find a match.
Boy enjoys first Christmas since organ transplantFour-year-old Ralph is celebrating his first Christmas at home post-transplant, highlighting the importance of organ donation.The Waiting to Live campaign raises awareness about child organ donation.
'Lungs in a box' could increase vital transplantsA breakthrough machine at Royal Papworth Hospital could increase lung transplant availability by 30% by improving health of 'borderline' organs.
Four-year-old from Epping receives life-saving transplant after inspiring campaignRalph received a life-saving organ transplant after a campaign raised awareness for young organ donors.
'They thought I wouldn't live but I'm here today'Johnny Byamungu overcame Prune Belly Syndrome and a kidney transplant to become a sports coach and represent England in the Transplant World Cup.
Inside the operating room of a new kind of pig kidney transplantTowana Looney's transplant emphasizes the potential of genetically modified pig organs in addressing organ shortage issues, though ethical and medical concerns persist.
Louth father-of-two who received second organ transplant looking forward to playing soccer againJohn Brennan received a kidney transplant from his brother, giving him a second chance at life and a desire to play soccer again.
'They thought I wouldn't live but I'm here today'Johnny Byamungu overcame Prune Belly Syndrome and a kidney transplant to become a sports coach and represent England in the Transplant World Cup.
Inside the operating room of a new kind of pig kidney transplantTowana Looney's transplant emphasizes the potential of genetically modified pig organs in addressing organ shortage issues, though ethical and medical concerns persist.
Louth father-of-two who received second organ transplant looking forward to playing soccer againJohn Brennan received a kidney transplant from his brother, giving him a second chance at life and a desire to play soccer again.
The Story of a Heart by Rachel Clarke review a doctor's remarkable account of an organ transplantThe book illustrates how organ donation can bring hope and life in the wake of tragedy, connecting families through shared experiences of loss.
2 sisters, 7 years apart in age, also receive heart transplants 7 years apart in ChicagoThe Everhart sisters both received heart transplants at age 38, bonded by a genetic condition.
The Story of a Heart by Rachel Clarke review a doctor's remarkable account of an organ transplantThe book illustrates how organ donation can bring hope and life in the wake of tragedy, connecting families through shared experiences of loss.
2 sisters, 7 years apart in age, also receive heart transplants 7 years apart in ChicagoThe Everhart sisters both received heart transplants at age 38, bonded by a genetic condition.
Patients are so sick and tired of waiting years for a transplant that they're signing up in droves to receive vital organs from pigsXenotransplantation offers potential solutions to human organ shortages through the genetic modification of animals.
'I couldn't stop smiling. I'm just so happy for him' - Meet the S&C coach who donated a kidney to his best friendJonny McGailey's decision to donate an organ to his longtime friend David Toman epitomizes the transformative power of friendship.
Ofrendas honor organ donors in South Bay amid effort to encourage more Latinos to registerFamilies are honoring deceased loved ones while also celebrating the impact of organ donation, particularly among the Latino community.
'I couldn't stop smiling. I'm just so happy for him' - Meet the S&C coach who donated a kidney to his best friendJonny McGailey's decision to donate an organ to his longtime friend David Toman epitomizes the transformative power of friendship.
Ofrendas honor organ donors in South Bay amid effort to encourage more Latinos to registerFamilies are honoring deceased loved ones while also celebrating the impact of organ donation, particularly among the Latino community.
Federal government eases rules on organ transplants between donors and recipients with HIVHHS has relaxed rules on kidney and liver donations between HIV-positive individuals, increasing access to organ transplants for this community.
More families refusing to donate relatives' organsFamilies should communicate about organ donation to increase consent rates and help save lives.Informed decisions are essential as organ donation rates decline despite opt-out laws.
Federal government eases rules on organ transplants between donors and recipients with HIVHHS has relaxed rules on kidney and liver donations between HIV-positive individuals, increasing access to organ transplants for this community.
More families refusing to donate relatives' organsFamilies should communicate about organ donation to increase consent rates and help save lives.Informed decisions are essential as organ donation rates decline despite opt-out laws.
The science behind the selfless act of donating a kidney to a strangerAltruistic kidney donors exhibit exceptional generosity, often influenced by a larger amygdala that enhances empathy.The journey to donation may involve personal challenges, especially in gaining family support.
The Artist, the Gallerist and Their LiverJennifer Doran's plea for a liver donor from her artists led to Derrick Velasquez donating part of his liver, saving her life.
Phil Lesh Made Organ Donation His Personal CausePhil Lesh's story emphasizes the life-saving impact of organ donation, stemming from his personal experience with a liver transplant.
The Artist, the Gallerist and Their LiverJennifer Doran's plea for a liver donor from her artists led to Derrick Velasquez donating part of his liver, saving her life.
Phil Lesh Made Organ Donation His Personal CausePhil Lesh's story emphasizes the life-saving impact of organ donation, stemming from his personal experience with a liver transplant.
All of the winners from The Drum Awards for Experiential 2024Prism Sport + Entertainment won Grand Prix for integrating haptic technology into football shirts, enhancing live match experience for deaf fans.
All of the winners from The Drum Awards for Experience 2024Prism Sport + Entertainment won the Grand Prix for their innovative campaign enhancing the football experience for deaf and hard-of-hearing fans.
All of the winners from The Drum Awards for Experiential 2024Prism Sport + Entertainment won Grand Prix for integrating haptic technology into football shirts, enhancing live match experience for deaf fans.
All of the winners from The Drum Awards for Experience 2024Prism Sport + Entertainment won the Grand Prix for their innovative campaign enhancing the football experience for deaf and hard-of-hearing fans.
Horrifying' mistake to harvest organs from a living person averted, witnesses sayA donor, declared dead, showed alarming signs of life during organ retrieval, raising ethical concerns about donor protections in the organ donation process.
Kentucky man declared brain dead wakes up during organ harvestingA man awakened during an organ harvesting procedure, raising concerns about the safeguards in the organ donation system.
Although she was dead, I felt as if she was my friend': what it's like to perform the last rites for an organ donorThe American Society of Anesthesiologists classification system includes a category for brain-dead donors, leading to a new perspective on patient care and risk assessment.
Horrifying' mistake to harvest organs from a living person averted, witnesses sayA donor, declared dead, showed alarming signs of life during organ retrieval, raising ethical concerns about donor protections in the organ donation process.
Kentucky man declared brain dead wakes up during organ harvestingA man awakened during an organ harvesting procedure, raising concerns about the safeguards in the organ donation system.
Although she was dead, I felt as if she was my friend': what it's like to perform the last rites for an organ donorThe American Society of Anesthesiologists classification system includes a category for brain-dead donors, leading to a new perspective on patient care and risk assessment.
Researchers Study Life After Death - And It Gets WeirderThe emergence of new multicellular life forms from dead organisms challenges traditional views of life and death.
The Next Frontier for mRNA Could Be Healing Damaged OrgansThe liver has a unique ability to regenerate, making living donor transplants viable despite rising chronic liver disease deaths.
Girl, 9, killed by London bus namedA nine-year-old girl, Ada Bicakci, died after being hit by a bus, prompting discussions on road safety.
Doctors Restoring Bloodflow in Legally Dead Bodies to Retrieve Donor OrgansNormothermic regional perfusion (NRP) involves pumping blood through deceased donors to increase functional organ availability despite controversy.