In Memory of Lucas Penate December 4, 2015—July 13, 2019 Maryland “He always screamed and laughed at the emotion while watching his favorite cartoons.” Previous Next My son Lucas was brave, loving, and always smiling. He loved The Lion King and Elmo and going for a ride in the car.Read More …
In Memory of Adriana Therese Ladino Thursday, October 31, 2002 – Saturday, March 23, 2019 Fairfax, VA “Adriana loved engaging with others of all ages. We miss her smile, wit and intellect.” Previous Next My sweet Adriana Therese was an outgoing, bright and articulate girl who loved meeting new peopleRead More …
Congrats to Living Kidney Donor Ryan Maddock for winning theWashington Blade Best of Gay DC Local Hero Award! Read about Ryan’s donation in the Blade Paul Johnson, Kidney Transplant Recipient and Ryan Maddock, Living Kidney Donor
Luz and James Selby struck up a romance in the Summer of 2012. At that time, Luz, who is originally from the Dominican Republic, had no idea the challenges she and James would endure together in the future. It all started when James was rushed to the hospital because ofRead More …
For decades, bone marrow transplantation has been used to cure blood cancers (such as leukemia), heal tissue damage and treat radiation poisoning. According to Ossium Health, an estimated 20,000 people need a bone marrow transplant each year, however, only 30% have a relative who can be a living donor. OnlyRead More …
In celebration of National DMV Appreciation Month, WRTC and Donate Life DC stopped by the Southwest Service Center to thank DC Department of Motor Vehicles (DC DMV) employees for asking customers if they would like to register to be organ, eye and tissue donors. During our visit, we recognized DCRead More …
https://www.washingtonblade.com/2020/09/17/a-welcome-lifeline/
In Memory of Julia Segura-Berrios College Park, Maryland March 3, 2001 – November 24, 2019 “Julia was a grace beauty that loved unconditionally.” Previous Next Julia was a tall, slender, graceful bohemian beauty. She was tenderhearted and loved completely, especially animals. She was a gifted artist and creative, she couldRead More …
Rafael Henríquez fue trasladado de urgencia a la sala de emergencias después de que lo encontraron inconsciente. Los médicos le diagnosticaron insuficiencia hepática y necesitaba un trasplante inmediato para salvar su vida. Rafael habla sobre lo que significa su regalo que le salvó la vida y la donación en laRead More …
https://wjla.com/features/good-morning-washington/the-need-for-more-organ-eye-and-tissue-donors-within-minority-communities
