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Over 58,000 have opted out of organ donation

More than fifty eight thousand people have opted out of being an organ donor since new legislatio...

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15.16 12 Jan 2026


Over 58,000 have opted out of organ donation


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15.16 12 Jan 2026


More than fifty eight thousand people have opted out of being an organ donor since new legislation came into effect last year, according to new figures that have been released. But what does the number of people opting out mean for those desperately waiting on the transplant list? And just how important is it to communicate your wishes with your family?

Colin White, National Advocacy Manager for the Irish Kidney Association joins Seán to discuss.

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