Digital donor cards make a powerful case for human connection

As Ireland moves to an opt-out system for organ donation, the Irish Kidney Association is using digital technology to prompt a much more human conversation—talking to family about your wishes. The launch of a digital Organ Donor Card, now available for Apple and Google Wallets, blends convenience with clarity, offering individuals a modern, visible way to express intent.

The card doesn’t replace the need for family consent, but it reinforces it—functioning as a conversation starter in a world where life-saving decisions still rely on human connection. With over 670 people in Ireland waiting for transplants, and only a narrow window where donation is possible, visibility and clarity have never mattered more.

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