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Dr. Zakiyah Kadry, wearing a hair net, surgical headgear, a face mask and a surgical gown, looks down at the operating table. Another staff member is near the camera, out of focus.

The Medical Minute: How COVID-19 has affected organ donation

A close-up of several orange-red roses laying on a table. Paper tags are attached to the stem of each one.

Grief mixed with gratitude: Ceremony honors memory of organ donors

Bill Griffis’ eyes are closed behind his glasses as he embraces Brooke Olenowski, whose back is facing the camera. They are bracketed by two trees in the background, where another woman looks on.

Blue and Green Day celebrates donors 'On the Edge of Glory'

Ashley Brewer receives a hug from organ recipient Bill Griffis at the Rose Parade Donor Remembrance Ceremony. Ashley is a young woman with long hair, holding a rose. Bill is smiling and has his eyes closed. He is wearing glasses and a sweater.

Remembering those who gave the gift of life

Two medical staff perform surgery on a patient. Each staff member is wearing full surgical scrubs, a mask, head covering and gloves. A large light is overhead, and various medical equipment is in the background.

The Medical Minute: Living donors may benefit transplant patients

Loved ones honored at organ donor event

Kiernan Riley

Nursing student Kiernan Riley awarded University grant to continue research

Two people hug at the Organ Donor Remembrance Ceremony.

Ceremony honors organ donors for their ‘gift of life’

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Inspiring ceremony honors organ donors

The Medical Minute: Become an organ donor, save a life

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April is National Donate Life Month

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Annual ceremony pays tribute to organ donors

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Donor Remembrance Ceremony set for March 9

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Penn State Hershey a partner in organ donation initiative

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The Medical Minute: Myths and misconceptions about organ donation

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