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Originally Posted by badgranny
I'm afraid if they see I'm an organ donor the Drs. won't be so quick to save my life, they may see dollar signs too fast. 
Thats the only reason I haven't donated. |
Organ Donor Myth and Facts from OrganDonor.gov
http://www.organdonor.gov/myths_and_facts.htm
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Myth: Doctors will not try to save my life if they know I want to be a donor.
Fact: The medical staff trying to save lives is completely separate from the transplant team. Donation takes place and transplant surgeons are called in only after all efforts to save a life have been exhausted and death is imminent or has been declared
Myth: Organs are sold, with enormous profits going to the medical community.
Fact: Federal law prohibits buying and selling organs in the U.S. Violators are punishable by prison sentences and fines.
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