Organ Donors - what you need to know NOW

HHS Finds Systemic Disregard for Sanctity of Life in Organ Transplant System

Full Press Release: https://www.hhs.gov/press-room/hrsa-to-reform-organ-transplant-system.html

To change your organ donor status in California, follow these steps:

1. Visit the Donate Life California Website: Go to register.donatelifecalifornia.org to access the state’s organ and tissue donor registry. You can update your status (add, modify, or remove yourself) online by logging in or creating an account with your name, date of birth, and driver’s license or ID number.
2. Visit a DMV Office: If you prefer to update your status in person or need to remove the pink dot from your driver’s license or ID, visit a California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) office. Request a duplicate license or ID and indicate that you want to remove or change your donor status. Write “REMOVE” on the application if you wish to opt out. There may be a fee for a duplicate license.
3. Send a Certified Letter (Optional): If you cannot visit the DMV, you can send a certified letter to the California DMV clearly stating your wish to remove your name from the donor registry. No explanation is required. Follow up to ensure your license is updated without the pink dot.
4. Update Your Advance Health Care Directive: To ensure your wishes are clear, document your decision in an advance health care directive and share it with your family and healthcare providers. This step reinforces your choice, especially if you opt out of donation.
5. Inform Your Family: Whether you choose to remain a donor or opt out, inform your family of your decision. While your choice is legally binding if registered, communicating it helps avoid confusion.

Note: If you only update your status online, the pink dot on your driver’s license won’t change until you renew or replace it. Some X posts suggest difficulty removing donor status online, so visiting the DMV or contacting Donate Life California directly may be more reliable if issues arise. For further assistance, contact Donate Life California at their website or the DMV at www.dmv.ca.gov.Always verify your status after making changes to ensure your wishes are accurately recorded.

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