From Organ Donation news item: "Since 2013 the families of organ donors have been able to accept an award for their loved one, collecting it in person on their behalf at a private ceremony or having it sent to them, to recognise their incredible life-saving gift.
"In the last ten years, around 10,000 people have been honoured in this way, and are estimated to have made more than 25,000 organ transplants possible. Around 45,000 people have helped others after their death in the UK since donation began here, and more than 60,000 people are alive today thanks to an organ transplant.
"The Order of St John entered into partnership with NHS Blood and Transplant leading to the national award to recognise deceased organ donors. Tissue donors are also now recognised with an award which is sent out to their family after donation."
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