World Organ Day 2024: Date, Theme, and Significance, All you need to know

World Organ Donation Day 2024: Every year, Organ Donation Day is observed on 13 August to raise awareness about the significance of donating organs. The day is vital to encourage people to consider becoming organ donors.

Every year, the day is celebrated around the globe honouring the selfless service of organ donors and their families. According to UNOS, about 1,03,993 people need a lifesaving organ but the number of available donors is drastically less, leading to a critical gap between demand and supply.

As per Organ.org, every donor can save seven lives and enhance seventy-five more. Therefore, Organ Donation Day plays a crucial role in highlighting the challenges faced by the people in need of organs to save their lives.

Organ Donation Day 2024: Theme

Organ Donation Day is observed on 13 August every year, and this year, the theme for the day is “Be the Reason for Someone’s Smile Today!”

The theme portrays the importance of organ donation in saving the lives of so many people. Through this theme, the day seeks to inspire people by making them aware of the urgent need for organ donors.

World Organ Donation 2024: Significance

World Organ Donation Day is not just limited to raising awareness but is also about promoting a culture of saving lives. It encourages people by educating them about how organ donation saves lives. The day also helps in addressing the myths and misconceptions about organ donation that make people hesitant about donating organs.

World Organ Donation Day 2024: Steps to register as an Organ Donor in India

In India, Organ donation is regulated by theTransplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act of 1994, which allows everyone to donate organs. Registering for Organ Donation in India is a simple process. The process can be completed online by filling out the pledge form by Organ India, where you will receive a unique government registration number and a donor card from the National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation.

Guide to register as an Organ Donor:

1. Online Pledge form: The form is available on the Organ India website: https://www.organindia.org/pledge-to-be-an-organ-donor/. After filling out the form, you will receive a unique government registration number with a donor card.

2. National Registration: All online pledges made are registered with the National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO), ensuring your form is registered officially.

3. Family Consent: Family consent is an important step while registering as an organ donor.

By following the above steps and informing your family about the decision to become an organ donor, you can help save seven lives.

(With inputs from agencies)