Archive for the ‘Organ and Tissue Donation’ Category

First of all, the donation of your body and organs is free to the giver, and second of all some places will even pay for the cremation of the remains remaining!  As with most things, it is a good idea to plan ahead and register in advance.  There is also no guarantee that they will accept your remains.  That probably sounds a little bit strange — but there are certain things they look for — not too obese, not infected with certain diseases (HIV, Tuberculosis, etc.) and other factors.  

We came across this website and were impressed with it as a launching pad to learning about organ and tissue donation.  Donate Life America – http://www.donatelifeamerica.com/.    This is a link to the page “Understanding Organ Donation” : http://www.donatelifeamerica.com/UnderstandingDonation/

For specific information in Illinois: http://www.donatelifeillinois.org/ Click to Register  for Organ Donation Today.

Do you know anyone who has donated their tissue and organs to science? How was the experience for family members? Do you recommend any companies in Chicago?