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…
Human Cadavers vs Virtual Cadavers in the Educational Setting
Technology has continued to advance exponentially, taking over various parts of our lives, including education. However, there are some things that can’t quite be learned from technology, or virtual simulators,…
National Women Physicians Day: February 3rd
Today is National Women Physicians Day, in honor of the 201st birthday of Elizabeth Blackwell, which you may have seen mentioned on our social media before. She became the first…
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…
Hospice And The Holidays
For those on hospice, or with a loved one on hospice, the holidays can be difficult. Some holiday traditions will look different, and some may be omitted. Because of this,…
2021 Whole Body Donor Day
Every year, an estimated 20,000 people in the US make the incredible choice to contribute to the advancement of medical science with the gift of body donation. Their donations allow…
FAQ: How Are Organ Donation and Body Donation Different?
Q: What's the difference between donating my organs and donating my body? Anatomical donations fall broadly into two categories: organ donation or body donation. Organ donation is the one we…