Assessing the knowledge regarding organ donation in the B.COM students of H.L Commerce College
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences - Year 2016, Vol 4, Issue 11
Abstract
Abstract: Views of organ donation are positive but still there is a wide gap between the numbers of registered donors compared to those awaiting organ donations on a global level.The objectives of this study are -1.To assess the knowledge about organ donation in the students of H.L. Commerce College Ahmedabad. 2. To know the factors playing a pivotal role in the propagation of organ donation. 3. To spread awareness regarding organ donation.Knowledge of 200 students of H.L. Commerce College was assessed regarding organ donation between 1st May to 31st July 2016. Out of 200 students being surveyed, 26.5% are females and 73.5% are males, only 32.5% students know that the organ can’t sell or bought. 73% students were willing to donate organs of a brain dead relative. Only 43.5% were aware about an existing law in India about organ donation. This study concludes that majority of people have incomplete knowledge regarding organ donation. Keywords:College, Organ Donation, Ahmedabad
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Tank Ami, Shah Anand, Janmesh Shah, Bansi Davda, Kesha Shah
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