July 28th 2024.
Dimitri Tsekinis, a man from South Australia, is a living example of the incredible impact of organ donors. At 43 years old, he is happily married and has five children, four of whom are only here because of organ donations. In a recent interview with 9News Adelaide, Tsekinis shared his gratitude for the selfless act of organ donation. "We have been able to bring a new generation into this world thanks to someone's gift," he said with heartfelt appreciation.
According to DonateLife, there are currently 1800 Australians on the waiting list for organ donations. Dr Stewart Moodie, the medical director of DonateLife South Australia, explained that there will always be a shortage of organs available for those in need of transplants. This makes organ donation a crucial cause that requires ongoing support and awareness. It's a cause that hits close to home for Police Commissioner Grant Stevens and his wife Emma, who lost their son Charlie in a tragic hit-and-run accident.
Despite their immense grief, the Stevens family decided to honor Charlie's wishes and donate his organs. "Charlie has made a difference in the lives of seven different people, and that's something we will always be grateful for," Commissioner Stevens shared. In South Australia, 73% of adults are registered organ donors, and the process is as simple as giving consent when getting a driver's license. "Just tick the box and have that one-time chat over the dinner table," Dr Moodie advised. "It lets your loved ones know that you would like to help others through organ donation if the opportunity arises."
If you would like to learn more about organ donation, you can visit the Donate Life website for additional information. And for all the sports enthusiasts out there, don't forget to tune in to Channel 9 and 9Now, where you can watch every moment and every medal of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris live and free. For an ad-free and high-quality viewing experience, you can also check out Stan Sport. Let's come together and support the incredible athletes who will be representing our country on the world stage.
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