'Be a lifesaver' - South Tynesiders asked to make their organ donation wishes known
‘Organ donation is rare, so it’s important that as many people sign the organ donor register as possible.’
A specialist nursing team is encouraging people across the North East to make their organ donation decision known and share it with their loved ones during Organ Donation Week, which runs until September 28.
“Wey aye, I donate”, adapted from the national “yes I donate” NHS Blood and Transplant campaign, highlights the life-saving impact of organ donation and encourage more people to record and discuss their wishes.
Organ transplants save and transform thousands of lives across the UK. However, more than 8,000 people are waiting for a transplant.
The campaign’s key message is simple, whatever your decision about organ donation, make sure your loved ones know it.
Dominic Manning, specialist nurse in organ donation said: “It only takes two minutes but means that you could save someone’s life, so please confirm your decision on the organ donor register and let your families know what your decision is.”
For more information, or to record your organ donation decision, visit www.organdonation.nhs.uk.