10 reasons you should become an organ donor You are here:HomeNewsroomLife Support Blog 15 Apr 2016 You need reasons to become an organ donor? Check out these facts to start: 1. You can help many: More than 1,600 people are on transplant waiting lists at any one time. Sadly some die waiting for a transplant. 2. Join the majority: The majority of Australians (69%) are willing to become organ and tissue donors. 4. It’s quick and simple: It takes only a few minutes to register on the Australian Organ Donor Register http://www.donatelife.gov.au/decide 5. One donor can save 10 lives: One organ and tissue donor can transform the lives of 10 or more people. 6. You can still have an open casket funeral: Organ and tissue donation does not affect funeral arrangements, you are still able to have an open casket funeral following donation. 7. It’s a virtuous and charitable act: Almost all religions support organ and tissue donation as an act of compassion and generosity. 8. Age is not a barrier: People over 80 have become organ and tissue donors. 9: In good hands: Australia is a world leader for successful transplant outcomes, which includes the heart and lung transplant program at St. Vincent’s. 10: Have an important conversation with your loved ones: If you decide you wish to be an organ donor, make sure you discuss your decision with your loved ones so that they know your wishes. Information taken from donatelife.gov.au Filed under: SVHS Life Support Blog Organ-Donation