Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-001838/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Elena Nevado del Campo (PPE)
The Council conclusions of December 2024 highlight that organ donation is an advancement in European healthcare, improving the health of patients with end-stage organ failure and offering a cost-effective alternative to other treatments. Initiatives such as the Action Plan on Organ Donation and Transplantation have been key to increasing donations and transplant rates and improving the quality and safety of organs for clinical use.
However, as the Council points out[1], the demand for transplantation continues to grow due to an ageing population and the rising prevalence of non-communicable diseases, highlighting the need to enhance donation and transplantation practices across the Member States.
In addition, according to the European Commission report assessing the Plan[2], several Member States have flagged the need for a new plan drawing on lessons learned.
In view of the above:
- 1.When does the Commission intend to update the Action Plan on Organ Donation and Transplantation?
- 2.What specific actions does it consider to be priorities in this area?
Submitted: 7.5.2025