CORE Saves Record Number of Lives in October Thanks to Region's Unprecedented Generosity
PITTSBURGH, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Center for Organ Recovery & Education (CORE) announced today that October marked a new milestone for most organ and tissue donors in a single month throughout its service area, spanning western Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Chemung County, New York. The region saw a record number of lives Saved and Healed, fueled by the selflessness of donors and their families along with the tireless work of transplant teams, hospital partners and community volunteers.
- The region saw a record number of lives Saved and Healed, fueled by the selflessness of donors and their families along with the tireless work of transplant teams, hospital partners and community volunteers.
- In total, 45 organ donors gave second chances to individuals on the waiting list for life-saving transplants, resulting in 113 total organs transplanted during October.
- "This is a proud moment for everyone at CORE," said Susan Stuart, President and CEO of CORE.
- One person can save the lives of eight by donating organs and heal the lives of 75 through tissue donation.