'Opt Out' System Could Solve Donor Organ Shortage, Says Researcher
Sunday, November 2, 2008 - 23:35
in Psychology & Sociology
A system of presumed consent for organ donation -- where people have to opt out of donating their organs when they die -- is the best way to tackle a growing waiting list for transplant, says an expert in organ donation and the illegal trade of body parts.
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