He Survived 43% Burns—But Thousands Aren’t as Lucky: India’s Silent Skin Donation Crisis

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India records 70 lakh burn injuries annually, with 1.4 lakh deaths, yet faces critical skin donation shortage. Survivor Viraj Thakoor credits skin grafting for his life after 43% burns. Mumbai's skin banks receive only 25% of required 150 monthly donations, leaving over 1,400 patients nationally awaiting grafts. Experts warn half these deaths are preventable.

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