Saturday, March 3, 2012

Why More African Americans Don't Donate Organs?

Could myths be the reason why we don't donate organs? Please don't let these myths confuse you and discourage you from saving someone's life. There's enough people to populate a small city (over 113,041) waiting on organ donations in the United States. It is very unfortunate that thousands never get the call saying that a suitable donor organ is ready for them and a second chance at life has been given.  It's a horrible feeling to know that you're life could end at any time and there is nothing you can do about it.


I think people are afraid to donate because of the lack of information they may have. Maybe people want to help but are afraid because of myths. One might find it hard to think about what's going to happen to their bodies after they die, let alone donating their organs and tissues while living. Think about it, having two kidneys is a luxury. Your body only needs one kidney to carry out a productive and beautiful life.


Being an organ donor is a generous and worthwhile decision you can make to become a lifesaver. You know Jesus Christ did it; he died on the cross to save our lives. He could have jumped down and said “forget it" but Jesus stayed on that cross or tree, took those beatings and gave up his life for you and me. Now that's not what's being asked of you. The question being asked of you is to give a second chance at life to someone that needs it not give up your life.


Understanding organ donation can make you feel better about your choices. If you’ve delayed your decision to be a donor because of possible misinformation please ask questions, reach out and talk to people who have saved lives by donating organs.


2 comments:

  1. Thanks for shedding light on some of the misunderstanding about donating organs we as people have. Please continue to post helpful information about donating.

    ReplyDelete
  2. Thank you,for reading and responding to this post. That's why I wrote article because I too had misunderstandings about organ donations until I was the one in need of one. Be Blessed and have a good night.

    ReplyDelete