The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness has made significant strides in extending lives through organ transplants. Registered donors and donor families have selflessly given hope to those awaiting transplants. A recent case highlights the transformative power of organ donation, as four fortunate individuals had the opportunity to undergo lifechanging surgeries at two prestigious healthcare facilities in the region.
The month of August is known as “Orgust,” and it holds a significant place in the calendar as Organ Donation Awareness Month. This global initiative aims to raise awareness about the importance of organ donation and encourages individuals to register themselves as potential donors. Saving lives through organ donation creates a profound impact on countless families.
A group of medical students from the University of Stellenbosch established the Save7 initiative, a nonprofit organization, to increase awareness about organ donation in South Africa. With the help of artificial intelligence (AI), the group aims to convey its message to over one million South Africans by August’s end using AI algorithms.
