Two Iowans Honored at the 135th Annual Rose Parade in Pasadena before the Rose Bowl
Today we are honoring two Iowans at the 135th Annual Rose Parade in Pasadena before the Rose Bowl. Dominic Ogden, who passed away in 2020, will be honored for his gift of life that saved four lives. His mother will...
Read MoreGiving the Gift of Life During the Season of Giving
As we embrace the spirit of giving, let's remember the profound difference we can make through the gift of life. Iowa native Leslie Becker, a recipient of two life-changing transplants, highlights the power of this incredible act of kindness. Check...
Read MoreIowa Donor Network, InVita Healthcare Technologies and UnityPoint Health collaborate to launch iReferral
InVita Healthcare Technologies, UnityPoint Health, and Iowa Donor Network have collaborated to successfully launch iReferral across thirteen (13) UnityPoint Health hospital facilities across Iowa in August 2023. iReferral replaces the prior time-intensive, error-prone, and manual telephonic referral process with healthcare...
Read MoreEastern Iowa organ donor honored during Hawkeye Downs races Saturday
The races at Hawkeye Downs Saturday had a much deeper meaning than just winning a regional event. It was to show the importance of organ donations. You didn’t have to look any further than NASCAR driver Joey Gase’s car. Hands...
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While 100,000+ people wait for an organ transplant, advocates push for donors
Check ‘Yes’ on your driver’s license -- that is the push behind Donate Life Month. More than 100,000 people are waiting for a lifesaving donation according to the organization. Every 9 minutes, someone is added to the waiting list.
Read MoreSister advocating for organ and tissue donation in memory of brother
She’s motivated by her brother’s memory, and it could help save the life of someone you love. Green 5k Team Captain Katie Kuehn shares how you can get involved. The Green 5K for Iowa Donor Network is May 6th from...
Read MoreIowa State softball pitcher raises awareness about organ donation
Nothing has stopped Chris from always supporting his daughter, Karlie – not distance or even the serious health issues he's been dealing with since she was young.
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