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Overview
Organ and tissue donation provides a "Second Chance" for thousands of people each year and is the result of people helping people - of ordinary people becoming "Heroes."
When you make a personal commitment to be an organ and tissue donor, you can help save eight lives and improve the quality of nearly 50 people's lives! Many organs and tissues can be donated, including the heart, liver, kidneys, lungs, pancreas, intestine, skin, bone, tendons, ligaments, vessels, heart valves, nerves, middle ear bones and eyes.
Here you can find out about the growing need, answers to your questions, and how to find additional information resources, both locally and nationally. You can also stay informed on the latest news in Ohio.
Make the choice to help - be someone's Hero!
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The Need
The need is real. The need is urgent. In Ohio alone, nearly 3,000 people are waiting for a life-saving transplant at any given time. Learn how you can help.
Who Can Donate
Anyone of any age can be a life-saving hero by donating organs and tissues - learn more!
Living Donation
In addition to deceased donor transplants, some people may also receive organs from living donors. Living donation offers an alternative Gift of Life for individuals awaiting transplantation and increases the existing organ supply.
FAQs
Get your questions about organ, eye and tissue donation answered here!
Religious Beliefs
All major religions support organ, eye and tissue donation.
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Local Resources
Donate Life Ohio is comprised of many organ, eye and tissue recovery organizations. Click on an area of the map to view agencies near you.
News/Press Releases
Learn what's happening across Ohio to support organ, eye and tissue donation.
Educational Resources
There are many resources available to help you in learning about donation and making an informed donation decision.
Report Card
The State of Organ, Eye & Tissue Donation in Ohio, the April 2010 Donate Life Ohio survey of Ohioans.
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