Did you know that more than 330 people are currently waiting for an organ transplant in Wales? More than 200 people have died waiting for an organ transplant in Wales over the past ten years. Someone will die today whilst on the organ transplant waiting list.

Last year, 235 people in Wales received a lifesaving organ transplant. Two minutes of your time could save up to nine lives. More people in the UK than ever before are waiting for a lifesaving organ transplant.

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Organ Donation Week 2025

Throughout the week, members of the Health Board’s organ donation team have been raising awareness across our hospital sites about the importance of organ donation and the incredible impact it can have on people’s lives.

Picture description: Matthew Carwardine Consultant Anaesthetist and Sharon Keightley, Specialist Nurse in Organ Donation stood in front of roller banners and a table full of promotional materials about organ donation in the main reception at The Grange University Hospital.

Jamie’s Story

Ten years ago, Jamie’s life changed forever - thanks to the incredible gift of organ donation. In August 2015, he received a cornea transplant that transformed his vision and his future.

Prior to the transplant, Jamie relied solely on his left eye and a rigid contact lens to manage his vision.

He shared: “It could be quite distressing and worrying if something was to happen to the left eye and leave my vision very poor. I would struggle with day-to-day tasks, driving would be out of the question.”

Now, a decade on, Jamie is encouraging others to talk about organ donation: “Who knows what decision they'll come to, but at least some thought has gone into it. That discussion could be the most important one in someone else's life.”

Talk about organ donation. It could change or save a life.