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Kidney Care UK
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Improving the lives of people with kidney disease throughout the UK by offering support and advice to them, their families and kidney units. Please visit our website: www.kidneycareuk.org
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · Jan 10
It's our 50th anniversary this year! For 50yrs now, we've stood alongside & supported kidney patients & their families.

What started as one mother’s mission to fight for her son – has become the UK’s leading kidney patient support charity! Find out more: kidneycareuk.org/about-us/who...
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From speaking to 1,300+ people for our Falling Through the G-App report, we have five recommendations for improving how people are diagnosed with kidney disease.

Full report here 👉 kidneycareuk.org/news-from-kidney-care-uk/falling-through-the-gapp-report
Text saying 5 recommendations for improving how people are diagnosed with CKD in the UK Asset showing Kidney Care UK's recommendations for improving how people are diagnosed with kidney disease. Text highlights people at risk should be screened regularly, people who are diagnosed with kidney disease should be told about their diagnosis in a timely and appropriate way, ideally face to face, with the opportunity to ask questions about what their diagnosis means for them, people with kidney disease must not find out about their diagnosis via the NHS App without a discussion with a healthcare professional, people with kidney disease are provided with trusted information so that they can take control of their kidney health no matter what stage of kidney disease they are at (this includes links to trusted sources within the NHS App and on the NHS website) and governments must ensure that the pace of growth and development of AI in healthcare does not result in people accessing unsafe, inappropriate or misleading health information.
December 9, 2025 at 1:53 PM
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📣 We spoke to 1,300+ people for our Falling Through the G-App report. Too many people find out they have kidney disease by seeing it in their records, on the NHS App or by accident. The report shows just how often it happens 👉 kidneycareuk.org/news-from-kidney-care-uk/falling-through-the-gapp-report
Teal background with Kidney Care UK logo in top left corner with #FallingThroughTheGApp at the bottom. Text in between reads "1 in 10 people (11%) found out that they had kidney disease because it was listed in their NHS App. They were not previously aware they had kidney disease." Teal background with Kidney Care UK logo in top left corner with #FallingThroughTheGApp at the bottom. Text in between reads "Almost 15% of people were told they had kidney disease unexpectedly whilst being treated for something else." Teal background with Kidney Care UK logo in top left corner with #FallingThroughTheGApp at the bottom. Text in between reads "Almost 40% did not have the opportunity to discuss their diagnosis with a healthcare professional." Teal background with Kidney Care UK logo in top left corner with #FallingThroughTheGApp at the bottom. Text in between reads "More than two thirds (68%) used the internet or social media to find out what their diagnosis meant."
December 8, 2025 at 8:06 PM
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🧡 Our free services support thousands of patients & families every year. Whether you need advice, help with practical issues or just someone who understands what you’re going through, please reach out 👉 kidneycareuk.org/get-support

Support Kidney Care UK ➡️ kidneycareuk.enthuse.com/25winter
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December 8, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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Today we launched our latest #BloodyAmazingKidneys report. 'Falling Through the G-App' shares experiences of 1,300 people with kidney disease, with far too many diagnosed too late, by text, or via the NHS App. This isn't ok 👉 kidneycareuk.org/news-from-kidney-care-uk/falling-through-the-gapp-report
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December 8, 2025 at 8:54 AM
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⭐ Living with kidney disease can feel heavy at times, from dietary restrictions to the moments of low energy, but today’s message is a gentle reminder that your diagnosis is not your identity. Your strengths go far beyond your illness.

Support Kidney Care UK 👉 kidneycareuk.enthuse.com/25winter
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December 7, 2025 at 4:09 PM
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For people with kidney disease flu can be life-threatening. Data shows that people with stage 3-5 kidney disease are 19 times more likely to die from flu than someone without it. If eligible, we urge you to book your vaccine 👉 kidneycareuk.org/news-from-kidney-care-uk/stay-warm-and-well-this-winter
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December 7, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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🎟️ How would you spend £3,000 cash? Support the Kidney Care UK Lottery for £1 a week for your chance to win, enter by Sat 20 Dec 👉 https://www.kidneycareuklottery.co.uk

Be Gamble Aware. Players must be 18+ & a resident of GB. Full T&Cs and draw information ➡️ www.kidneycareuklottery.co.uk/game-rules
Promotional poster for Kidney Care UK's lottery Christmas Super Draw, featuring a joyful person with arms raised in excitement. Text highlights a chance to win a £3,000 cash bonus, with tickets priced at £1 per week. Includes Kidney Care UK and Gambling Aware logos, and mentions that funds support vital work.
December 6, 2025 at 1:21 PM
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🎁 Our kidney community is made up of countless stories, each telling a unique journey of kidney disease. Today, we're sharing a message of hope, friendship & profound gratitude for the gift of living donation.

Support Kidney Care UK this festive period 👉 www.kidneycareuk.enthuse.com/25winter
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December 6, 2025 at 9:05 AM
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❄️ Kidney disease can affect every part of life and we're here to provide the practical, financial & emotional support people need. This is only possible thanks to your generosity. Learn about financial support 👉 kidneycareuk.org/get-support/patient-grants

Donate ➡️ kidneycareuk.enthuse.com/25winter
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December 5, 2025 at 2:09 PM
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Today’s message of hope reflects on the challenges of dialysis that faded to the positive life changes it brought. This was shared by one of our Facebook Support Group members.

Learn more about different treatment options 👉 https://kidneycareuk.org/kidney-disease-information/treatments/
Handwritten note on a paper with snowflake decorations around it, discussing a positive personal experience with dialysis improvement over five months, dated December 4, 2025. Includes Kidney Care UK logo.
December 4, 2025 at 6:52 PM
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Thank you to the patients who shared their stories at our #KidneysUnderPressure event with Blood Pressure UK, where we highlighted the urgent need to make early detection of kidney disease a national priority. It was great to see so many MPs get their blood pressure checked.
Four individuals posing with a plaque at a Kidney Care UK event. This includes, Fiona Loud, Dr Pauline Swift and Simon Opher. MPs Sharon Hodgson and Danny Beales sat having their blood pressure taken at Kidney Care UKs Kidneys Under Pressure event. Fiona Loud giving a speech at a podium to a group of attendees in an elegant room with banners for Kidney Care UK and Blood Pressure UK.
December 4, 2025 at 4:05 PM
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🎄 We’re sharing messages of hope & gratitude from across our community. One of our Facebook Support Group members offered these wise words to inspire hope, strength and resilience.

🫂 Find out more about our online community: https://kidneycareuk.org/get-support/kidney-care-uk-online-community/
A handwritten inspirational quote reading "Take each day as it comes, hold on to hope, and remember that strength grows quietly in those who refuse to give up," dated December 3, 2025, with a winter-themed background of snowflakes. The logo of the charity Kidney Care UK is visible in the bottom left corner.
December 3, 2025 at 7:43 PM
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We've worked with our colleagues in the National Psychosocial Working Group to develop the Psychosocial Care for People with Kidney Disease free training programme, launching today. Read more 👉 www.kidneycareuk.org/health-professionals/psychosocial-care-for-kidney-patients-level-one-training/
Promotional graphic for Level One Training on Psychosocial care for people with kidney disease. The program is self-paced & online, consisting of 15-30 minute modules and includes a multi-professional kidney team. Logos of UK Kidney Association, Kidney Care UK, and Kidney Psychology Therapists are displayed.
December 2, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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Every day, people living with kidney disease show incredible strength but even the strongest sometimes need support. Your donation may help people stay warm, eat well, travel independently & feel less alone. Want to make a difference on #GivingTuesday? 👉 https://kidneycareuk.enthuse.com/25winter
Graphic from Kidney Care UK with a message encouraging people to donate to bring warmth, comfort, and hope for everyone living with kidney disease this winter, set against a blue background with snowflakes. Promotional graphic showing "£4 could help provide hot and nutritious food" with snowflake decorations on a blue background. Logo of Kidney Care UK is visible. Promotional graphic for Kidney Care UK. Text states '£10 could help keep a kidney patient's home warm through the cold,' set against a blue background with white snowflakes. Graphic from Kidney Care UK showing that "£18 can provide independence with a mobility aid" decorated with snowflakes on a blue background.
December 2, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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❄️ Christmas can evoke lots of overwhelming emotions. There's no shame in asking for help & charities like Mind (www.mind.org.uk), Samaritans (www.samaritans.org), Citizens Advice (www.citizensadvice.org.uk) & Kidney Care UK (www.kidneycareuk.org) are here to help.
A handwritten note on a paper with a snowflake background, containing a message from Kidney Care UK about various emotions during Christmas and reminding the reader that they are not alone, dated December 2, 2025.
December 2, 2025 at 12:50 PM
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Enjoy all the festive flavours with our gingerbread Christmas log 👉 https://kidneycareuk.org/get-support/healthy-diet-support/kidney-kitchen/recipe-index/gingerbread-christmas-log/

❗ Nutrition values are per serving & diet guidelines will vary pp. Talk to your #KidneyTeam for advice.
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December 1, 2025 at 6:57 PM
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📣 New episode! Menopause & chronic kidney disease (CKD): a listener-led Q&A with Dr Vikram Talaulikar is the latest episode from #DiaryOfAKidneyWarriorPodcast 👉 kidneycareuk.org/get-support/podcast/menopause-chronic-kidney-disease-ckd-a-listener-led-qa-with-dr-vikram-talaulikar/
Graphic for a listener-led Q&A session on Menopause & Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) featuring Dr Vikram, hosted by Diary of a Kidney Warrior in partnership with Kidney Care UK. The image includes portraits of Dr. Vikram and the host, Dee Moore, set against a bright yellow background.
December 1, 2025 at 5:07 PM
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🎄 This festive season, we’re sharing messages of hope & gratitude and today one of the team shared what they're grateful for.

Find out more about types of dialysis 👉 https://kidneycareuk.org/kidney-disease-information/treatments/

Support Kidney Care UK ➡️ https://kidneycareuk.enthuse.com/25winter
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December 1, 2025 at 3:49 PM
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From tomorrow, we’ll be sharing daily messages of gratitude & hope. Winter can be tough we know many are struggling with their health as well as rising living costs. Want your message included? Comment what you’re grateful for.

Support Kidney Care UK 👉 https://kidneycareuk.enthuse.com/25winter
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November 30, 2025 at 5:18 PM
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A new treatment option for cystinosis, a rare inherited condition, will soon be available to patients in Scotland. This development offers a less disruptive alternative to existing therapies 👉 kidneycareuk.org/news-from-kidney-care-uk/new-treatment-for-cystinosis-approved-for-use-by-nhs-scotland/
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November 29, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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Diagnosed with early stage kidney disease? We have lots of information available to help you understand your diagnosis, including our early stage kidney disease stages 1-3 information booklet👉 kidneycareuk.org/get-support/free-resources/patient-information-booklets/early-stage-chronic-kidney-disease
Graphic promoting a free early stage kidney disease information booklet by the UK Kidney Association and Kidney Care UK. Features three people walking happily through a wooded trail. The booklet is for stages 1-3 chronic kidney disease, approved by the PIF TICK for trusted information.
November 29, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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🛍️ Shopping the online black Friday sales? With easyfundraising, you can raise money for people living with kidney disease when you shop at your favourite online brands and retailers, at no extra cost to you 👉 https://kidneycareuk.org/get-involved/kidney-care-uk-easyfundraising/
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November 28, 2025 at 1:09 PM
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🦐 Nathan Outlaw's fishghetti brings the seaside to your table 👉 www.kidneycareuk.org/get-support/healthy-diet-support/kidney-kitchen/recipe-index/nathan-outlaws-fishghetti/

❗ Nutrition values are per serving & diet guidelines will vary pp. Talk to your #KidneyTeam for advice.
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November 27, 2025 at 9:24 AM
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🧡 A huge thank you to Utilita ambassador
David James for your support at the Fuel for Life Relay Challenge today.
November 27, 2025 at 9:11 AM
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🎉 They've finished! Congratulations to all of the runners & riders who took part in the Fuel for Life Relay Challenge. The participants included staff, volunteers, & supporters from @UtilitaGiving, @UtilitaEnergy & Kidney Care UK.

To donate 👉 https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/fuelforlife2025
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November 26, 2025 at 4:52 PM