RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s King Salman has approved the awarding of the King Abdulaziz Medal — Third Class to 200 male and female organ donors, which includes those who have passed away.
Over the last four years, King Salman has awarded the prestigious medal to over 2,500 citizens for their life-saving contributions.
A recent television broadcast highlighted the ongoing initiative to recognize the sacrifices made by citizens in times of grief.
The Kingdom’s program experienced a massive surge in public participation in May 2021 when King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman registered as organ donors.
The program is managed by the Saudi Center for Organ Transplantation. King Salman in 1984 established the center’s predecessor for those with kidney failure.
The program has since expanded to coordinate transplants for all patients suffering from end-stage organ failure, including those requiring new hearts, livers and lungs.
To encourage participation, Saudi Arabia’s Tawakkalna app has gold, silver, or bronze badges on the profiles of registered donors to provide moral support and recognition for their pledge.
