PERU – Today is known for Valentine’s Day but it also marks National Donor Day. The observance day, designated by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services raises awareness on organ donation. More than 17,000 people are currently on the waiting list for a liver transplant, according to the American Liver Foundation and more than 100,000 people are currently on the waiting list for a kidney transplant in the United States, according to the United Network for Organ Sharing. On average, 20 people die every day from the lack of available organs for transplant. Today serves as an opportunity to raise awareness and remind people just one donor can save up to eight lives.
