Vibrant UK transplant and organ donation awareness charity.

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Did you see lot's of content during organ donation week last month? Want to share your decision with loved ones but not sure when to start? Here are some hints and tips...
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People who receive a transplant are on lifelong immunosuppression which increases their risks from infection. As we enter flu season it's more important than ever that they and the people around them (that's all of us) wash our hands properly to keep safe! #globalhandwashingday
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On World Sight Day read the story of how Ben Cronin both chose to give the gift of sight when his father died, and then received it himself years later. organdonation.nhs.uk/news/iv…
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Want your own running vest or t-shirt? Promote organ donation where you are...order to be placed November 1st!
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We've all received letters in the post, but some are more precious than ever. Organ donation is anonymous, but recipients and donor families can make contact via letters, is this something you've done? Is there anything you wish others knew?
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It is the week of the Nobel Prize 🏆 Did you know in 1990 the Nobel in Physiology or Medicine went to Joseph Murray and Donnall Thomas for transplanting kidney & bone marrow and demonstrating how to stop rejection?! #organdonation #transplant #rejection #nobelprize
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Want to share your organ donation or transplant story? Drop us a message or email [email protected]
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Today is World Teacher's Day. Over the years our volunteers and those who have done our speakers training have helped many teachers deliver lessons on organ donation - would you invite us to your school? #worldteachersday
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GKF has partnered with @LLTGL to raise awareness about organ donation and share the real stories of donors, recipients and those whose lives have been changed through donation. Georgia’s story is a powerful reminder of the impact organ donation can have. 📷
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Have you ever heard someone say "I'm far too old for that" about organ donation?
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“My name is Albany, I’m originally from Venezuela but left to find new opportunities at the start of my 20s. I was born healthy but developed at pectus excavatum which was pressing on my lungs, in the UK i was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis" #pfawarenessmonth
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Seen our runners vests & t-shirts? Want one to wear while training, or just to spread the word? Now you can! We will place twice a year orders (1st November next order) so you can get your hands on one too! #organdonationweek #dontleavethemguessing
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A massive thank you to Jon, who has been running a race a month for different charities, and chose us for September as it is #organdonationweek You can still support Jon here: givewheel.com/fundraising/11…
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Earlier this week we shared Katie’s heart transplant story. Katie’s family have also been touched by organ donation from the donor side as her cousin Zoe became a donor ❤️ #organdonationweek #dontleavethemguessing dailypost.co.uk/news/north-w…
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“I’m waiting for a new heart – but I’m determined to give hope while I wait.” Clare, from Llandudno, shares her story in the hope others will talk about organ donation and make sure their family know #organdonation #dontleavethemguessing
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Join our campaign for #organdonationweek 2026 (21st-27th September). This year we are focussing on talking to your family about your decision - we know the consent rate is highest when this has happened. So...share why you're signed up to the register and #dontleavethemguessing
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It's ORGAN DONATION WEEK! First up Teighan's mum shares her story through billiary atresia and liver transplant on our Insta & FB. #organdonationweek #dontleavethemguessing
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The Transplant Football World Cup is in full swing. Northern Ireland player Tony was given a 20% chance of survival when he was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia but after a bone marrow transplant he's representing his country. #transplantworldcup #transplantfootball
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