This document discusses organ donation statistics and information in Kentucky. As of November 2009, over 105,000 people were on the waiting list for organ transplants in the US while only about 19,000 transplants occurred between January and August of that year. Anyone over 18 can be an organ donor in the US with parental consent required for minors. Organs and tissues that can be donated include kidneys, heart, lungs, liver, pancreas, intestines, corneas, skin, bones and more. The document provides information on how to register as an organ donor and resources for researching the topic.
2. As of 11/23/2009 Candidates on waiting list : 105,081 January – August 2009 : 19,114 Transplants Donors : 9,754 Kentucky currently has 740 waiting Every 14 minutes a new name is added. US Statistics
3. Anyone over the age of eighteen Anyone under the age of eighteen (parental consent required) Anyone can donate regardless of age, ethnic background, or medical history as long as there is no outstanding disease such as HIV. Who can Donate
4. Kidneys Heart Lungs Liver Pancreas Intestines Tissue ( corneas, middle ear, skin, heart valves, bones, veins, cartilage, tendons and ligaments) What Can Be Donated
5. You have the option as to what you want to donate. The medical professionals upon your death will evaluate if your organs or tissue can be used. There is a Family notification card you can fill out so upon your death , you will have final say so as to all organs and tissue or you choose which to donate. Your Option
6. There are numerous ways to research your thought to becoming a donor or to assist in making a decision that is right for you. www.organdonor.gov www.donatelife.net www.hrsa.gov These are just a few of the web sites that are available to help you make an informed decision. Researching your Decision
7. Tell your immediate family of your wishes. Inform your Doctor Make a living will Kentucky does not require family consent to donate,(unless under age 18 ) but if you keep your family informed there will be less confusion or delay. I’ve Made My Decision Now What ?
8. Your Circuit Court Clerks office when you renew your Driver license. Sign up by visiting : www.donatelifeky.org Fill out a Donor card. Where To Go In Kentucky
9. Your Gift Could Enrich Many Lives Think of the many lives you could help by donating an organ,, not just the recipient ,, But an entire family !!
10. It could very well be your family’s life that you may some day save if you so choose to become an organ or tissue donor. Your Life Your Decision,,,, Pass It On
