Therefore, many of the things that people have heard about being an organ donor are misconceptions, and everyone should look at all of the possibilities that becoming a donor would have.

       Many other people would say that they do not have time to fill out all of the forms it takes to become an organ donor or they don’t want to go through all of the hassle.  In reality, to become an organ donor, all you have to do is sign an organ donor card and carry it around with you at all times.  This is just a small card that simply states that you wish to donate your organs and that you have shared this decision with your family members.   An important part of becoming a donor is informing your immediate family of your decision.  If you do die, then the next-of-kin is asked for permission to donate your organs, therefore, this is an important thing to do.  Also, sign your driver’s license on the back and put a sticker on the front that says “organ donor”.   You can get even more information about your license at your local motor vehicle department which will give you more detailed instructions. 

       After going through the emotions you do when you know that one of your closest friends is moments away from taking their last breath, and then finding out that she has another chance at life, I am a different person.  I have a different opinion of organ donating for one thing.

 

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