Singapore faces shortage of organ donations as more than 500 patients wait for transplant
For many, a life-saving transplant remains out of reach. More than 500 patients are currently waiting for vital organs. Last year for kidney transplants alone, only 10 per cent received one, with a nine-year wait on average. As the Health Ministry steps up efforts to encourage more pledges, it assures that processes are in place to respect donors' wishes. Sherlyn Seah reports.
For many, a life-saving transplant remains out of reach. More than 500 patients are currently waiting for vital organs. Last year for kidney transplants alone, only 10 per cent received one, with a nine-year wait on average. As the Health Ministry steps up efforts to encourage more pledges, it assures that processes are in place to respect donors' wishes. Sherlyn Seah reports.
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