Date Completed: 11/4/2010
Today I made one of the most important decisions I’ve ever made. While this decision might not be right for everyone, it’s right for me. I chose to become an organ donor. Becoming a donor provides me with the opportunity to potentially heal up to 60 lives. My friend Jamie (#24 on THE LIST) is struggling with her health because of her cystic fibrosis and has been recommended for a lung transplant. Waiting lists are long and there are never enough donors to save every person in need. Someday, I hope that I can help someone just like Jamie. I respect that this could be a controversial post and that not everyone will share my same perspective. For those who are interested in finding out more though, please visit the Organ Donor site which can direct you to more information in your state to help you make an informed decision that is right for you and your family. If you're in Minnesota, more information can be found here.
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Thank you for sharing your decision to be a donor with your readers. Currently, there are more than 108,000 individuals waiting on the national organ transplant waiting list. Registering and encouraging others to do the same will help these individuals receive the life-saving transplant they need.
Thank you again and good luck accomplishing the rest of your list!
Nick
Donate Life Illinois
Thanks Nick! It was so thoughtful of you to share your perspective as well. Thank you for the work you do each day to help so many. All the best to you!
Nick, I don't know if you'll receive this update, but wanted to let you know that today our prayers were answered. Jamie received a new set of healthy lungs (free from Cystic Fibrosis) from a selfless individual who had elected to be an organ donor. Our prayers are with the family of this unknown angel so that they may find peace in their hearts this holiday season. Today we celebrate the first day of the rest of Jamie's life. At the same time, we mourn the loss of a very special stranger who we believe will live on through Jamie. Thank you Donate Life for all you do to bring people together
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