
This page is dedicated to "Popcorn"...whose new lung has made her LIVING proof
that organ and tissue transplantation works!
Love you, Popcorn!

Why become an organ donor?
Even knowing the benefits of organ/tissue donation, it is still a difficult subject for a lot of people and their families. It’s uncomfortable to talk about, and even harder to actually make, and follow through, with a personal decision as to whether or not you will become a donor yourself.
There are a couple of steps to take to reach a decision that is right for you:
STEP ONE…The big question
Of course, when deciding whether or not to donate organs and/or tissue, the obvious question is: "What if it was my child or loved one that was dying, mutilated, or blind…and the only hope for their condition was to be able to receive a donated organ or tissue?" The answer is pretty simple; for almost all of us, we’d be praying that someone out there (along with their family) had the loving forethought to give the gift of life in the event of their own personal tragedy.
STEP TWO…Education
There are a lot of fears from misinformation or NO information regarding organ/tissue donation. Good places to visit for some facts to common fears or questions (including whether religions support organ and tissue transplantation) are:
Good personal sources of information include:
STEP THREE…Decision
If you personally decide against organ and tissue transplantation, that’s okay. This is a free country, and everyone has the right to make their own decision and have it respected. But do try to keep in mind---even if you personally disagree with becoming an organ donor yourself---that if a family member wishes to become a donor, they also have the right to have their decision respected.
STEP FOUR…Action
If you decide to become a donor, there are two steps that need to be taken:


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