Gift of Life Michigan Blog
Morris Hood III, kidney recipient, 'champion for others' remembered
As a legislator, Morris Hood III always sought the middle ground. As a kidney recipient, he used his experience to promote organ donation and the need for minority organ donors, as well as for legislation that improved access to affordable healthcare.
Heart transplant recipient urges caution after COVID-19 diagnosis: 'We have to be extra diligent'
Amy Bacon said she doesn’t know how she contracted the coronavirus.
COVID-19 update: protecting patients, staff and the community
As the COVID-19 pandemic enters a new month, two things are clear: organ transplant recipients (along with everyone else) need to take precautions to protect themselves and Gift of Life Michigan is still working with hospital transplant centers to provide life-saving organs to patients in need.
National Donate Life Month: Our message in a time of crisis
What do you do when your biggest month of the year falls in the midst of a national emergency?
Gift of Life Michigan urges transplant community to take health and safety precautions
In the wake of the rapidly spreading new strain of coronavirus, COVID-19, experts urge transplant recipients to use extra caution to protect themselves and their loved ones.
Gift of Life Michigan takes steps to protect staff, community during coronavirus outbreak
Updated: 3/17/2020
In the wake of the rapid spread of the new strain of coronavirus, COVID-19, Gift of Life Michigan has taken steps to help protect patients, our staff and the communities we serve.
National Kidney Month: minority donor numbers increasing, but more outreach needed
Although National Kidney Month is traditionally set aside to raise awareness of kidney disease and ways to lower risk factors, it also serves as an important reminder of the need for organ donors in the State of Michigan, particularly among the minority population.
Black History Month: Salute to Dr. Clive Callender
Dr. Clive Callender has made educating and empowering people his life’s work.
In memoriam: Jeremiah Turcotte, M.D.
The medical and transplant community is mourning the recent loss of Jeremiah Turcotte, M.D.
Dr. Turcotte was a trailblazer in the field of organ donation and transplantation, recognized across the country as a visionary leader. He passed on Feb. 12, 2020, at the age of 87.