MercyOne Genesis and Iowa Donor Network Honor Gift of Life With Flag-Raising Ceremony

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Written By Alex Strauss

In honor of National Donate Life Month, MercyOne Genesis Davenport Medical Center and the Iowa Donor Network will raise the Donate Life flag to celebrate those who have chosen to share the gift of life through organ, eye and tissue donation.

The flag-raising ceremony will be held on Monday, April 6, at 11:30 a.m. at MercyOne Genesis Davenport Medical Center, 1227 E. Rusholme St., Davenport. The flagpole is located on the East Rusholme St. side. The public is welcome to attend and share their own experiences with organ and tissue donations.

The event will feature a meaningful program led by a MercyOne Chaplain, who will help raise the Donor Flag. This will be followed by a moment of silence to honor those who have generously given the ultimate gift of life and to recognize the recipients of these life-changing donations. 

MercyOne Genesis Donation data:

  • 13 organs transplanted from 5 donors.

  • 32 tissue donors. 

  • A single tissue donor can save or enhance the lives of 75 or more recipients.

Alex Strauss
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