Articles related to "Organ Donation"

Many seniors erroneously assume that they are too old or have conditions making them ineligible to give the gift of life. Learn about U.S. organ & tissue donations.

As of today, 101,898 people are waiting for transplant surgeries, according to the official U.S. government Web site for organ and tissue donation.

Millions of Americans volunteer organs for transplants, but thousands of patients still die every year for lack of a replacement kidney, liver, pancreas, heart or lung.

Organ donation is the center of this new medical drama on CBS.

In type 1 diabetes, the body does not produce insulin. Insulin is a hormone needed to convert sugar (glucose), starches and other food into energy needed for daily life.

Lives are put at risk in the shady business of human organ trading as wealthy patients pay the poverty stricken for a chance at a longer life.

American sleeping sickness, or Chagas disease, is caused by a parasite, and it can be transmitted through organ or blood donation.

Ottawa's largest annual community event, SuperEX, returns to Lansdowne Park with lower prices, awesome attractions and an impressive list of concerts and special events.

Planning a funeral ahead and making difficult choices now can make it easier for loved ones later, both emotionally and financially.

Author Jodi Picoult explores the legal, ethical, and moral issues involving sibling organ donation and whether parents have the right to make the decision for the donor.

Becoming an organ donor is one of the most unselfish, altruistic decisions that an individual can make. The process is easier than many think.

Organ transplantation may be a life-saving option, but they are not without their challenges and risks.

A look at the different types of cloning and their uses.

A Book Review of "Change of Heart" by Jodi Picoult. The author takes on Christianity, Catholicism, Judaism, Gnosticism, and redemption through a character on death row.

Using the Wellcome Collection's wealth of fascinating exhibits visitors can explore health, medicine and well-being through a lively programme of exciting public events.

The Patient Self Determination Act of 1991 requires health care providers to inform patients about their right concerning life-sustaining treatments when terminally ill.