MOHAN Foundation Conducts Awareness Talk on Organ Donation at Chandigarh University - Kharar Road, Punjab

Updated on Friday, October 25, 2019
  • On 24th October 2019, MOHAN Foundation was invited by Chandigarh University, Kharar Road, Punjab to conduct an awareness talk on organ donation for their students. Around 100 students participated in the program.

    Mr. Santosh Kumar, Training Supervisor addressed the gathering and gave a brief introduction on organ donation to the participants.

    Firstly, Ms. Neha Sharma introduced herself to the students and after that she asked the students questions to check their knowledge about organ donation and transplantation.

    Participants were given an introduction and presentation on organ donation and brain death by Ms. Neha Sharma.

    In this talk she explained the following points: -

    • Organ donation types and who can be a donor
    • The status of Organ Donation in India and their requirements vs donation rates
    • She challenged 5 myths with 5 facts on Organ Donation
    • Difference between natural death and brain death
    • Age is not a constraint in donating their organs.
    • Real life stories of an organ transplant being shared with the participants
    • Importance of the Donor card
    • To pledge their organs they can register at MOHAN Foundation
    • MOHAN Foundation’s mission & vision

    The entire group got motivated and was convinced to support the cause of organ donation and they would love to share their wish with their families and sharing the gift of life. All the participants picked up donor cards. Everyone applauded and she announced for everyone to use the MOHAN Foundation website and helpline number to clarify any doubt.

    After the talk participants asked a few questions which were answered to their satisfaction.



    Source-Ms. Neha Sharma
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