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flag Wisconsin's organ and blood donor shortages are rising, with 1,450 waiting for transplants and declining donations due to weather and low turnout.

flag More Wisconsin residents are opting out of the organ donor registry, fueling a growing transplant shortage, with 1,450 patients waiting—kidneys most in demand—despite donation being safe at any age and possible even with conditions like diabetes or HIV. flag Blood donations are also declining, worsened by winter storms canceling 11 centers and six mobile drives, and seasonal dips. flag Versiti urges more people to donate, especially those with rare Ro blood vital for sickle cell patients, emphasizing that every donation can save multiple lives.

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