Shelby Township woman saved a life, then took on Mounts Everest, Kilimanjaro Emily Polet-Monterosso got healthy so she could give a kidney to a stranger, then started climbing mountains. “It’s the best thing I’ve ever done,” said Emily, a Shelby Township resident, of her decision to donate. “Since I donated, I’ve gone on some amazing

When is National Donor Day 2023? February 14 is a special day in the U.S. We all know it’s Valentine’s Day, but did you know it’s also National Donor Day? What is National Donor Day? National Donor Day was initiated in 1998 by the automaker Saturn Corporation and the United Auto Workers. The day of

Many prospective organ donors sometimes have concerns about whether their families may attempt to override their decision to donate after death.  Although most loved ones are committed to honoring the decisions of the deceased, the complex emotions that occur after a difficult loss can sometimes lead to conflict. In other situations, loved ones may have

More than 90,000 Americans are waiting for a kidney transplant, so becoming a kidney donor can save lives. If you consider becoming a donor for a family, friend, or even a stranger, your generous gift can allow someone to live a longer, healthier life. Kidney Donor Requirements Before you can move forward with a kidney

Organ donation and transplantation is one of the most significant modern medical advances, saving thousands of lives annually in this country.  Donors and their families secure lasting legacies by giving new life to those in desperate need.  But there aren’t enough donors and organs to meet the need: More than 100,000 patients are waiting in