iOS - Android The opt out system was introduced on March 26, 2021 to save and improve lives, meaning that if people aged 16 and over haven’t opted out of donation, they will be considered a possible donor if they die in circumstances in which they could donate.
Clinical lead for organ donation at University Hairmyres, Dr Nina Tatarkowska, told Lanarkshire Live : “It’s encouraging to see the number of people in the area who have recorded their donation decision. "Organ and tissue donation remains a personal choice, but it’s important to make your decision known.“You can record your decision at any time on the NHS organ donor register.
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