Organ donation: Montélimar Hospital urges public to discuss wishes today

On the occasion of World Organ Donation Day on October 17, 2026, the hospital encourages people to talk about their wishes with loved ones.

Generic image of a hospital hallway with soft, diffused lighting, no people visible, focus on the clean, modern architecture. The scene should evoke a sense of calm and professionalism, typical of a healthcare facility in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.
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Generic image of a hospital hallway with soft, diffused lighting, no people visible, focus on the clean, modern architecture. The scene should evoke a sense of calm and professionalism, typical of a healthcare facility in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.

The Montélimar Hospital Centre – Groupement Hospitalier Portes de Provence is urging the public to discuss their wishes regarding organ donation, on the occasion of World Organ Donation and Transplant Day on October 17, 2026.

Do you know what your parents wish for regarding organ donation? The Montélimar Hospital Centre – Groupement Hospitalier Portes de Provence is launching an appeal for family discussions on the subject. "Because one day, this question may arise. And in that difficult moment, knowing their wishes can change everything," the institution explains.
On the occasion of World Organ Donation and Transplant Day, held on October 17, 2026, the hospital encourages everyone to talk about their own wishes and to ask their loved ones about theirs. "Simply ask them: 'If one day the question arose, what would you want me to know about your choice?'", suggests the statement.
The key message is clear: "To save lives, you must have said it." The initiative aims to break taboos and facilitate decisions in critical moments.
Based on information from the official source: Groupement hospitalier Portes de Provence (17/10/2026)