Organ Donation
Organ donations in Hamburg see slight increase
Organ donations in Hamburg rose slightly in 2024, with 160 organs donated compared to 154 the previous year. Authorities are conducting awareness campaigns and advocating for an opt-out system to boost donor numbers. Despite the increase, a significant gap remains between need and supply.
British woman survives 38 years after heart-lung transplant
Katie Mitchell, a Londoner, has become the longest-surviving patient in the UK after a combined heart and lung transplant 38 years ago, at age 15. Diagnosed with Eisenmenger syndrome at 11, she faced severe health issues before the surgery that transformed her life. Her story underscores the importance of organ donation.