Filipino poor sell kidneys to survive

The video discusses the issue of kidney selling in Manila, where poverty drives individuals to sell their kidneys. It highlights personal stories, the lucrative business involving foreign buyers, and the government's attempts to regulate the practice. Despite efforts to ban transplants to non-related foreigners, loopholes persist. The video also explores the long-term impact on donors, who often face financial instability despite the initial payment.

What is one of the main reasons individuals in Manila are selling their kidneys?

• To buy luxury items

• To escape from the city

• To survive economic hardships

• To travel abroad

What change did the Filipino government make regarding kidney transplants in 2002?

• They banned all kidney transplants

• They allowed transplants from living non-related donors

• They increased the cost of transplants

• They restricted transplants to only related donors

Why do foreigners pay more for kidney transplants in the Philippines?

• Due to government subsidies

• Because of the scarcity of donors

• Due to the involvement of brokers and surgeons

• Because of higher medical standards

What is a concern regarding the ban on organ transplants to non-related foreigners?

• It will increase the number of donors

• It will lead to more illegal transplants

• It will improve the healthcare system

• It will decrease the cost of transplants

What is a common outcome for individuals who sell their kidneys?

• They often face ongoing financial struggles

• They are able to travel abroad

• They receive free healthcare for life

• They achieve long-term financial stability