New UNOS Website

The United Network of Organ Sharing--UNOS--has just released news of their new and vastly updated website. The new site has tons more information and links for both pre and post-transplant patients. If you are a transplant patient (pre or post) or a caregiver for a transplant patient, please head over to the UNOS website for the incredibly valuable information and resources they provide.

I have pasted a copy of their updated newsletter below. Hopefully, the links and pictures will remain visible.    PLEASE, read this info!

February 2018

February 2018 Transplant Living Newsletter We’re back. You’ve probably noticed the absence of our Transplant Living newsletter in your inbox every month. Our team has been working hard behind the scenes, building and adding new content to our Transplant Living website. It’s been awhile since we’ve shared with you what’s been happening here at UNOS, and we have a lot to catch up on. Be sure to keep an eye out for our revamped newsletter around the last week of every month.  New Transplant Living Website In January, UNOS launched a newly redesigned version of our patient website, Transplant Living. Along with improving website functionality and creating mobile-friendly design, we expanded content in the kids and living donation sections, while adding an entirely new kidney transplant learning center section. Visit https://transplantliving.org/ to check out the new content and features. Please share this valuable educational resource with a friend, family member, or loved one who wants to learn more about the organ transplant process. Public Comment This is your opportunity to share your opinion. The most recent public comment cycle opened on January 22nd and will run through March 23rd 2018. Read this article on UNOS.org for more information. To read policy proposals, submit a public comment, or review previous proposals, visit the Public Comment page on the OPTN website.   UNOS Ambassadors and Spreading Awareness Through Social Media If you are passionate about volunteering, raising awareness, or spreading the word about organ donation and transplantation, there are a number of ways you can get involved. First, learn the facts about organ donation. Our websites offer valuable information from trusted experts and resources. Next, join our volunteer program to become a UNOS Ambassador. As a UNOS Ambassador you will help educate your community about UNOS, organ donation, and transplantation. Learn how to become a UNOS Ambassador and how to be part of this national community of organ donation advocates.    Lastly, be sure to follow us on social to share our posts to raise awareness for organ donation and transplantation with your friends and followers.    Be sure to like/follow us on the following social media platforms:  Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn In addition to the Transplant Living newsletter, did you know we also have four other UNOS newsletters? Follow the link to subscribe. UNOS ENews – Stay up to date on the latest information and updates happening around UNOS. Transplant Pro ENews – Keeps OPO, lab, and transplant professionals informed of the latest updates to policy, education, and professional resources. UNOS Careers ENews – Want to work for UNOS? Be alerted about recent job openings. UNOS Ambassador ENews – Learn about volunteer opportunities and how to promote organ transplantation and donation in your community. Learn more about the program and sign up to become a UNOS Ambassador here. 2017 Record Numbers UNOS had another record-breaking year in 2017. For the first time, the number of deceased organ donors in the U.S. exceeded 10,000. This led to another record of over 34,700 organ transplants performed in 2017, a 3% increase over the previous year. Read the full article on our website for perspective about 2017 organ donation and transplantation data or visit the OPTN website to view data reports. National Observances A number of national observances throughout the month of March touch the organ donation and transplantation community. Below are just a few to mark on your calendar.  National Kidney Month National Social Workers Month World Kidney Day – March 8th UNOS Anniversary – March 21st National Doctor’s Day – March 30th We will observe these on our various social media platforms and hope you will share our posts with your friends or followers. Visit TransplantLiving.org