It was presented to their families and loved ones on their behalf
People from Buckinghamshire and Northamptonshire who saved lives through organ donation have been posthumously honoured at a moving award ceremony. They received the Order of St John Award for Organ Donation, run in conjunction with NHS Blood and Transplant, which was given to their families and loved ones on their behalf.
Thousands of families are receiving the award across the UK this year both at regional ceremonies and privately. More than 4,000 people donated their organs after death in 2019, 2020 and 2021, leading to around 10,000 patients' lives being saved or transformed.Mick Messinger, Chancellor of the Priory of England and the Islands of the Order of St John, said: “We’re delighted to be able to work with NHS Blood and Transplant to run the Order of St John Awards for Organ Donation again.
Although the law around organ donation has now changed to an opt-out system, it is still just as important as ever to register your decision and let your family know what you want to happen. "Families say donation is a source of pride that helps them in their grief and we want to ensure as many people as possible have the opportunity to donate and save lives.
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