In Scotland, everyone has a choice when it comes to organ and tissue donation - to be a donor, or to opt out. However, if people (aged 16 and over) choose to do nothing, it is assumed they agree to be a donor if they die in circumstances where donation is possible, unless they are in a group for whom the opt out system does not apply or it would be against their views.
This Organ and Tissue Donation Week, people are being encouraged to leave no doubt when it comes to their donation decision.
Registering your decision and sharing it with loved ones is important as it will make it easier for family and friends to honour it.
In Scotland, around 500 people on average are waiting on an organ transplant, however only around one per cent of people die in a way that makes organ donation possible, which means every opportunity for donation is precious.
Help make Organ and Tissue Donation Week Count. Register your donation decision and find out more at www.organdonation.scot or by calling 0300 123 2323
