Black History Month
Black History Month
This Black History Month, Donor Network West is celebrating the incredible contribution the Black American community has made and continues to make in healthcare. We're privileged to celebrate Black History in conjunction with American Heart Month and educate our communities on the importance of healthcare in the Black/African American community.
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27.8%
of the 100,000+ people waiting for a life-saving transplant are Black/ African Americans.
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12.6%
In 2024, Black/ African American comprised of 12.6% of organ donors.
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22.8%
In 2024 , Black/African Americans accounted for 22.8% of transplant recipients in the United States.
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29.9%
of Black/ African Americans are waiting for a kidney transplant. Kidneys account for nearly 85% of the national waiting list.
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