As end-of-life approaches, it’s natural to think about the legacy you’ll leave behind. Many opt to make a final meaningful contribution to saving lives and advancing medical science for future generations. There are two stand-out options to do this: organ donation and whole body donations to science. While you can be both an organ donor […]
Making end-of-life decisions can be overwhelming. Since 2009, United Tissue Network (UTN) has helped nearly 12,000 families make an important contribution to medical science. Donating your body to science in Florida can be one of the most meaningful decisions you make—helping to improve the quality of life for generations to come. In this article, we […]
When you make a whole body donation, you are helping generations to come. Donor bodies are used for medical research, training, and education. Researchers study disease progression and test medical devices to ensure safe application. Physicians learn anatomy, and surgeons practice life-saving procedures. In Arizona, United Tissue Network (UTN) coordinates whole body donation programs, ensuring […]
Nationally, about 60% of people choose cremation over burial, according to the National Funeral Directors Association. The numbers in Arizona are slightly higher, and the state is in the top 10 nationwide. With cremation, families typically forgo a formal viewing ceremony and wake but still hold some sort of memorial service. In this article, we […]
When a loved one commits to a whole body donation cremation, they are making an important contribution to the advancement of medical science. Donations are used to train doctors and surgeons, uncover new treatments and protocols, understand the progression of disease, discover new drugs, and test medical devices. After research has been completed, the donor’s […]