Organ trade is the illegal sale and purchase of organs for financial or material gain. It is a serious problem that disproportionately affects vulnerable populations, such as those living in poverty or conflict zones. The WHOthat 5% of all transplants performed worldwide are illegal, and the most commonly reported form of organ trade is the sale of living donor kidneys.
The increased value of organs makes them more profitable, which fuels the desire of some people to trade and sell them. Global developments and catastrophes such as the widening gap between the rich and poor, conflicts, famine, climate change, and forced migration further increase the risk of organ sale and exploitation among the world's vulnerable populations. It is important to raise awareness of this issue and to work to prevent organ trafficking and exploitation.
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