2022 Whole Body Donor Day
Whole-body donation can impact millions of lives by aiding in the advancement of scientific research, medical device development, and providing medical training on surgical techniques. However, whole-body donation is also…
Hospice Care And Our Donors
Today the concept of hospice care is more commonly known, but it wasn’t always that way. While discussing end of life plans may be uncomfortable, it is important to plan…
Everything You Need To Know About Death Certificates
Dealing with the loss of a loved one can be a very stressful time. There is a surprising amount of paperwork that must be completed while you’re still in mourning.…
Memorial Ideas For Donors
It can be difficult to mourn a loved one who donates to medical science after they have passed away. When someone donates their body after they have passed, the option…
Getting Your Affairs In Order
The best time to get your affairs in order is when you are financially secure and in good health, but regardless of when these documents are completed, it can be…
FAQ – Can My Family Still Hold a Funeral?
Q: If I donate my body through MedCure, can my family still hold a funeral for me? Unfortunately, a traditional viewing isn’t possible with whole body donation. The demands of…
How do you become a whole body donor? What should I know about being a body donor? Is there anything to know about donating your body to science?
What Does My Family Need to Do If I’m Placed on Hospice Care?
Registering your future intent to be a whole body donor and carrying your MedCure donor card with you is a great way to let your loved ones know your final wishes. But…
FAQ – When should the donation consent forms be completed and who should sign them?
Source: pressmaster/Adobe Stock One of the key components to the whole body donation process is completing the donation consent forms. These forms grant MEDCURE permission to make arrangements to bring…