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One discussion, one family and one organ donor at a time. This messaging causes a ripple effect that changes Wisconsin and the world beyond our state's borders. Welcome to The Ripple Effect, an e-newsletter that brings you the latest news and information related to organ donation.
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April is National Donate Life Month, and to recognize and celebrate organ, tissue and eye donation, UW Hospital and hospitals across the nation are participating in Flags Across America, and will fly Donate Life flags for the entire month. Read more
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The United Network for Organ Sharing is proposing a change to the liver allocation process from a local system to a regional-based allocation, a proposal the UW Health Transplant program opposes. Read more
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The two main changes to the Uniform Anatomical Gift Act (UAGA) involve the role of the health care agent or power-of-attorney and placement within the next of kin hierarchy as well as a clarification relates to Do Not Resuscitate orders. Read more
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