Ecuador Congress makes organ donations automatic

Posted on January 9, 2011 • Filed under: Ecuador, Latin America Health, Social Issues

Ecuador’s legislature has passed a bill that makes organ donations for transplant automatic at death unless a prospective donor has specifically requested otherwise. This information would be included in your documents. The new law includes those age 18 and over. The measure was passed Thursday by a vote of 124-111. The new law is awaiting president Correa’s signature. Foreign organ donations will not be allowed under the new law. Read Article

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