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Can a 92 year old donate a kidney? Separating Myth from Medical Fact

According to the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS), more than 30% of all deceased organ donors in the U.S. since 1988 have been aged 50 or older, proving that age is not a hard barrier. This trend continues to redefine possibilities and challenges the common misconception behind the question, 'can a 92 year old donate a kidney?'.

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Can you still give blood at 70? The surprising truth about senior donation eligibility

According to a 2019 study published in *PubMed*, older donors demonstrate comparable or even lower rates of adverse reactions than younger donors, challenging common misconceptions about age and blood donation safety. So, **can you still give blood at 70**? For healthy individuals, the answer is a resounding yes, though certain health qualifications must be met.

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