Government-paid funerals for organ donors is one idea being floated to encourage Kiwis to donate.
Andy Tookey from GiveLife NZ, a organisation that advocates for a more effective organ donor system, says those who donate need to be rewarded.
In a statement released today, Tookey said he believes organ donors funerals should be paid for by the Government.
"More people would give more consideration to being an organ donor if they thought it would take the financial burden off their family at an already traumatic time," Tookey said.
His comments come after Health Minister Tony Ryall announced earlier this week a $4 million budget for boosting the number of organ donations.
Two million would be spent over four years to increase training and support for intensive care health professionals to identify dying patients who might become donors, as well as provide greater support for their families.
Another $1.75 million would be invested to increase "live" organ donations, which involves the employment of dedicated staff who would guide people making the decision to become donors.
Read more: http://tvnz.co.nz/national-news/free-funerals-organ-donors-says-advocate-4921277
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