The COVID-19 and Influenza (Flu) vaccinations are recommended for transplant recipients and those awaiting transplant.

The Penn Medicine Transplant Team provides some general rules for its patients regarding over the counter medications, vitamins and herbal supplements.

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.

Some insect bites can cause lingering symptoms and potential fatal infection. The Penn Transplant Institute shares tips for prevention of infections carried by ticks and mosquitoes.

Melissa Coleman Godfrey, Transplant Outreach Coordinator at the Penn Transplant Institute has two reasons to DASH at this year’s GIFT OF LIFE DONOR DASH on Sunday, April 28, 2024.

The 2024 DASH for Organ Donor Awareness will be held on Sunday, April 16, 2024 at the Philadelphia Art Museum.

April has been designated as Donate Life Month – a month to highlight the need for organ and tissue donation in the United States.

You're invited to join Team Penn Medicine at the 2024 Dash for Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness on Sunday, April 28th

Penn Transplant Institute is proud to recognize November as National Caregivers Month. Join us in recognizing the contributions of the devoted family members as they continue to support our transplant patients.

It's important that transplant patients stay up-to-date on their vaccinations. We're outlining all you need to know from how soon you can get vaccinated after a transplant to the types of vaccines you should avoid.