How Transplant Patients Should Protect Themselves from Insect-borne Diseases August 06, 2020 Pre- and post-transplant patients are at a higher risk of diseases carried by mosquitos and ticks. Learn six ways to protect yourself when going outside in the spring and summer months. Health and Safety Tips
Understanding Model for End-Stage Liver Disease (MELD) Exception Criteria July 27, 2020 Learn what a MELD exception means, how liver disease patients may qualify for it, and how the exception points work. Liver Transplant
Transplant Support Groups Now Meeting Online June 23, 2020 Penn Transplant Institute patients and caregivers are invited to participate in our organ-specific Transplant Support Groups which, during the COVID-19 crisis, are now being offered in an online format accessible from a laptop or a computer or a smart phone. COVID-19
Sun Protection Tips for Organ Transplant Recipients June 18, 2020 Organ transplant recipients have an increased risk of skin cancer compared to the general population. Here are simple ways to stay safe in the sun - before and after transplant. Health and Safety Tips Heart Transplant Kidney Transplant
Immunosuppression Medications for Liver Transplant Recipients: Brand vs. Generic May 26, 2020 Generic versions of many anti-rejection medications are now available for liver transplant patients. These generic drugs usually save patients money as they are generally less expensive than brand-name prescriptions. Health and Safety Tips Liver Transplant
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