Kidneys are the most donated organ, and a record 25,000-plus kidneys were donated in 2022. Because people have two kidneys but only need one to survive, they are the most common living organ donation.
Unfortunately, despite the increase in donations, the need still outweighs the supply. According to the National Kidney Foundation, every 14 minutes, someone is added to the kidney transplant list. April is National Donate Life Month. It is essential to raise awareness about what the donation process entails and how it impacts donors’ lives post-donation.
