(Undark) – A dangerous pattern is emerging in media coverage of these topics. A previously expert-driven debate (still far from settled) about the medical and legal frameworks and best practices in end-of-life care is turning into a political exercise in finger-pointing. Even at this early stage, there is collateral damage: Unprecedented numbers of Americans are removing themselves from organ donor registries.

With thousands of lives hanging in the balance, it’s critical to understand how recent news coverage has confused some of the fundamental issues involved. Organ donation is complex. Much of the recent reporting has misled and unnecessarily alarmed the public. (Read More)