BRAVE FRANK DIES.A TV scriptwriter script·writ·er n. One who writes copy to be used by an announcer, performer, or director in a film or broadcast. script who spent nine months waiting for a liver transplant liver transplant Hepatic transplant Transplant surgery A procedure that replaces a cancer conquered, metabolically defeated, or substance subjugated liver with one no longer required by its owner, many of whom donate same after an MVA Diseases requiring transplant died from cancer yesterday at the age of 49. Frank Deasy - who wrote hard-hitting shows including Prime Suspect and BBC's The Passion - campaigned tirelessly on the need for more organ donors. The dad of three said waiting for a transplant was like "living on death row". Even as he was battling his cancer he appeared on radio and TV calling for a system of presumed consent. Frank - who lived in Glasgow with wife Marie - said: "People need to remember that presumed consent includes the right to say 'no', and for people wanting to opt out, their wishes would be respected. "But I think the current system isn't working because at times of bereavement Bereavement Definition Bereavement refers to the period of mourning and grief following the death of a beloved person or animal. The English word bereavement , relatives are finding it hard to address. "Hospital staff find it difficult to bring up and yet the majority of people say they would like to donate. Having the balance in favour of donation would save lives." CAPTION(S): BATTLE Frank with his wife Marie last week |
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