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Writer's pictureRobert Manning

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🚨 Urgent Update Alert! 🚨

Today, recommendations were presented to the Victorian Parliament with the aim of bolstering organ and tissue donation rates in Victoria! 🏛️


However, a critical examination reveals concerns about the proposed approach. While the suggestion to reinstate registration through Victorian Driver's Licenses is intriguing, it poses significant challenges. 🚗💳


The integration costs for securely exchanging confidential information across government entities and borders cannot be overlooked. A comprehensive project involving representatives from various sectors would entail substantial expenses and time, likely stretching over months or even years before tangible results are seen.


Moreover, the effectiveness of this initiative in significantly increasing donation rates remains uncertain. Given the relatively low annual license renewal rate and limited issuance of learner's permits, the timeline to achieve meaningful impact could span a decade or more, with considerable financial implications.

Instead, emphasis should be placed on educating and communicating with families about their pivotal role in the donation decision.


When you consider that every single person who dies onife support will be assessed for organ donation regardless of their registered status and their family asked to consider consent the initiative to spend millions on the reintroduction of the license registration seems shortsighted, uniformed and a waste of resources.


Additionally, prioritising posthumous recognition of deceased donors and their families, along with supporting educational programs like Zaidee's Rainbow Foundation, could yield faster and more impactful results in saving lives.

Let's stay informed and discuss how we can truly make a difference together! 💪 #OrganDonation #Victoria #Parliament #Healthcare #CommunityConcerns


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