Kristin Helms
AP Language
Jamie Long
February 18th, 2016
AP Language
Jamie Long
February 18th, 2016
Death is a
topic people typically avoid for as long as possible. It’s a scary thing. Years
go by and there are still things that need to be discussed concerning our fate
after death. One important topic is organ donation. Should a person donate
their organs? The answer is yes. Organ donation helps to save the lives of
millions of people.
What happens
to internal organs after a person is declared dead? If the organs are not
donated, the body begins a process known as purification. Purification causes
the organs to basically digest themselves and eventually liquefy (Butler). This
nauseating process is generally what causes the odor that the body produces
after death. These perfectly healthy organs could have been used to save a
life; however, they are liquefying inside a grave somewhere.
Whenever a
person needs an organ transplant, they are put on a transplant waiting list.
This list includes people of all ages, ranging from newborn babies to elderly
people. There are more than 120,000 people currently on the organ transplant list.
Approximately 18 people will die every day waiting for an organ (Every Organ
Donor). The number of people donating their organs is not increasing as quickly
as the number of people in need of them. Whenever an organ donor dies, their
organs can save more than 8 people at a time (The Medical Center of Plato).
Organ donation gives people a second chance at life.
Money seems
to be a determining factor in just about every situation. For a small price of
$0.00, a life can be saved. Organ donation is completely free! All costs are
covered by insurance and organ recovery organizations (Donate Life NC). The
family will never be billed for an organ donation. Becoming an organ donor is free
and easy. It is free to give someone the gift of life.
Organ
donation gives people of all ages a healthier, happier life. Why let organs go
to waste whenever they can be used to better society? There are three ways to
register to become an organ donor: register with the state’s Organ Donor
Registry, say yes to organ donation when you apply for a driver’s license, or
sign a donor card. Becoming an organ donor can save a life.
http://kris10helms.edu.glogster.com/organ-donation
http://kris10helms.edu.glogster.com/organ-donation
Kristin, you have great writing style. You prove the purpose of your argument from the very beginning, which makes readers want to keep reading! I also like the part where you let readers know the cheap cost of saving a life: $0! :) Really enjoyed reading this!
ReplyDeleteThis was very interesting to read because it was persuasive, but also it was very informational and full of facts! This essay definitely has me thinking about organ donation!
ReplyDelete-McKenna Beach
Choosing to donate my organs is an easy choice. I am an organ donor. However, as a mom, it would be hard to choose to donate my children's organs if something happened to them which put me in that situation. Your arguments are logical and make total sense, but there is an emotional element that isn't logical. Good job, Kristin.
ReplyDeleteMs. Long
I loved this, Kristin! I feel like not enough people realize how much being an organ donor can help. I am an organ donor myself and I wouldn't have it any other way. The way I think about it is if you're dead, then why not help someone else. Great job!! - Ashlynn
ReplyDeleteI think you were exactly right about everything you said. I'm also an organ donor, but if I wasn't I think you would have convinced me to become one. Good job.
ReplyDelete-Zach
I really loved reading this. I've heard many reasons why I shouldn't be an organ donor which has always confused me because I thought everyone should be an organ donor. All of the facts, information, and material truly motivated me to stay an organ donor. You did a great job writing to persuade. I really liked how you mentioned that it's free and how you kept saying, "it can save a life". I really enjoyed this!
ReplyDelete- Haven Robertson