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TRIO (Transplant Recipients International Organization)

International. 43 chapters. Founded 1983. Works to improve the quality of life of transplant candidates, recipients, donors and their families. TRIO serves its members in the areas of donor awareness, support, education and advocacy. Annual conference, bi-monthly newsletter, monthly membership update, support network and chapter development assistance. Offers information online on finding local chapters.

Write:

TRIO

2100 M. St. NW, Suite 170-353

Washington, DC 20037

Voice: 1-800-874-6386

Website: http://www.trioweb.org

E-mail: info@trioweb.org

Verified: 4/3/2012

Second Wind Lung Transplant Association, Inc.

International network. Founded 1995. Opportunity for persons who have undergone, or who will undergo, lung transplants to share their stories on a web page. Developed by transplant patients. Message board.

Write:

Second Wind Lung Transplant Assn.

3440 Halliday

St. Louis, MO 63118

Voice: 1-888-855-9463

Website: http://www.2ndwind.org

E-mail: tea3440@sbcglobal.net

Verified: 7/24/2012

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