Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 3hDiagnosed with early stage kidney disease? Medication you don’t take can be just as important as what you do. Dr Dadabhoy explains which common medications to avoid & why they can put extra strain on your kidneys. If you have any questions about medication, please check with your pharmacist or GP. 010
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 9hA diagnosis of kidney disease can turn your world upside down. But you do not have to face this alone, and we are #HereForYou. Read our full 2025 Impact Report here 👉 kidneycareuk.org/about-us/who-we-ar… #NoOneFacingKidneyDiseaseAlone 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 03/10/2026When a child becomes seriously ill, the whole family needs support. At the Labour Party Conference, we were proud to stand alongside Ceri Menai-Davies & those championing #HughsLaw to raise awareness of the importance of supporting families through childhood illness. #ItsNeverYou 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 03/10/2026Last year we provided £693,885 in grants to people affected by kidney disease, helping families purchase everything from washing machines & cookers to mobility scooters & home dialysis storage solutions 👉 kidneycareuk.org/about-us/who-we-are-and-what-we-do/our-impact-and-annual-reports #HereForYou 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Our FREE Kidney Kitchen recipe newsletter is packed with kidney-friendly meals that are tasty, easy to follow and perfect for the whole family. No bland meals, just delicious food made to nourish and bring people together. Sign up today 👉 kidneycareuk.org/sign-up-kidney-kitchen-newsletters 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 02/10/2026It's been a busy few days at the Labour Party Conference. We were there to make sure kidney disease & the experiences of our patient community remain firmly on the health agenda. We continue to champion the voices of those affected & push for the changes that matter. #PatientVoice 010
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Living with kidney disease can bring financial challenges. Our Money & Energy Advice Service helps people access the support they're entitled to, from welfare benefits and grants to energy savings and practical advice👉 kidneycareuk.org/about-us/who-we-are-and-what-we-do/our-impact-and-annual-reports 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 01/10/2026Start your day with a cup that gives back! Our branded mug and travel cup are perfect for home, work, or life on the go. Best of all, every purchase from our online shop helps us ensure that no one faces kidney disease alone. Shop now 👉 www.charitycardshop.com/kidneycareuk/category/1 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 01/10/2026Every 9 minutes someone contacts us for help. Behind every request is a person trying to navigate a lifelong condition that has no cure. Read more about our impact: kidneycareuk.org/about-us/who-we-ar… #HereForYou #NoOneFacingKidneyDiseaseAlone 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 30/09/2026A kidney disease diagnosis can bring uncertainty, worry & emotional challenges. That's why our counselling service is here to help people develop coping strategies & find support during difficult times 👉 kidneycareuk.org/about-us/who-we-are-and-what-we-do/our-impact-and-annual-reports #HereForYou 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 30/09/2026Happy #InternationalPodcastDay! We're listening to our favourite episodes of Diary of a Kidney Warrior, where Dee chats with health care professionals and Kidney Warriors about everything from menopause to organ donation. Check out all episodes here 👉 kidneycareuk.org/get-support/podcast 020
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 29/09/2026The National Kidney Patient Survey (formerly the Kidney PREM) is the annual survey to anonymously share your opinions about your kidney care. This helps your kidney team to understand how kidney patients feel about their care. Make YOUR voice heard 👉 kidneycareuk.org/kidney-patient-survey 001
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Our patient information is available in a variety of different formats. No matter how you need us, or when you need us, we are #HereForYou. Read more about our impact here kidneycareuk.org/about-us/who-we-ar… #NoOneFacingKidneyDiseaseAlone 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026📣 New Diary of a Kidney Warrior podcast episode is out today! IgA nephropathy: Brittany's 8-year journey to diagnosis, treatment & self-advocacy. Click to listen today: kidneycareuk.org/get-support/podcas… 020
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026Across the UK, our Patient Support & Advocacy Service helped more than 13,000 people affected by kidney disease access vital support, advice & reassurance in 2025. Find out more 👉 kidneycareuk.org/about-us/who-we-are-and-what-we-do/our-impact-and-annual-reports #HereForYou 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026Have you signed up to our October Dog Walking Challenge? As you and your furry friend take on the challenge, have a go at ticking off our doggy bingo card, full of all the things pups love to do along the way! Sign up and get a FREE dog bandana 👉 kidneycareuk.org/kidney-care-uk-events/dogwalk-2025 010
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026Thank you so much to everyone who joined us at the Legenderry Motor Show. Especially to our amazing volunteers who gave their time & energy, including our Ambassador Stephen Watson MBE. The biggest thanks must go to the incredible Richard & Joanne Gillespie for choosing to support Kidney Care UK. 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 27/09/2026Kidney disease can sound scary, but when it’s caught early and managed properly, it most likely won't shorten your life expectancy. Learn more about early stage kidney disease 👉 kidneycareuk.org/kidney-disease-information/stages-of-kidney-disease/patient-info-early-stage-chronic-kidney-disease-ckd 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 26/09/2026We wanted to thank everyone who attended the Voices to Vision events in 2026. We will be taking the ideas from across the community to the government. There's one week left to share your ideas & help us develop a strategy by taking part in our survey: kidneycareuk.com/3ToU1td 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 26/09/2026As #OrganDonationWeek ends, we're taking a moment to reflect on the power of organ donation and the lives transformed. Read real stories from people who've experienced transplantation firsthand 👉 kidneycareuk.org/kidney-disease-information/your-stories/?q=&tags=transplant#listing 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026This year’s National Kidney Patient Survey (formerly the Kidney PREM) is open. We use your feedback to show where changes need to be made and for your unit to see how they could improve the your care. Find out more about the National Kidney Patient Survey 👉 kidneycareuk.org/kidney-patient-survey 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Whatever your questions or concerns, we are the UK's leading kidney patient support charity & we are #HereForYou. Check our social channels next week where we'll be sharing the millions of ways we have helped people with kidney disease know they do not have to face this alone. 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Thank you to the team at ITV London News who shared Adnan's story in their news bulletins last night. You can watch here: www.itv.com/watch/news/catch-up-on-… #OrganDonationWeek 010
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026This Organ Donation Week we are calling on one million people who have never registered to confirm their organ donation decision on the NHS Organ Donor Register. It takes just 2 minutes, and you can potentially save nine lives. #OrganDonationWeek #ODW26 #OrganDonation 010
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026There are reports in the media that millions of people are unaware they have high blood pressure: kidneycareuk.com/3VdhPRt High blood pressure is a leading cause of kidney disease. Check to see if you may be at risk of developing kidney disease today: kidneycareuk.com/3TNlPYw 010
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026Our Dog Walking Challenge is back! Walk 32.5 miles across October to help support the 3.25 million people with kidney disease (stage 3 to 5). Complete it in one go or spread it across the month, every mile counts. Sign up today 👉 kidneycareuk.org/kidney-care-uk-eve… 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026Thank you to ITV Meridian for sharing John & Paul's story. We worked with John & Paul to highlight the impact that organ donation and transplantation can have. Watch here: www.itv.com/watch/news/catch-up-wat… 010
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026The transplant waiting list is growing each year, with more people needing life-saving organs. Want to know how you can get involved this #OrganDonationWeek? kidneycareuk.org/news-from-kidney-c… 010
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 22/09/2026Some people are diagnosed with kidney disease in the later stages because they didn't realise the signs were related to declining kidney function. Symptoms can often be confused with other conditions/illnesses ➡️ kidneycareuk.org/kidney-disease-information/kidney-conditions/ckd-chronic-kidney-disease 011
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 22/09/2026A great start to our Alton Golf Day this morning 🌞 ⛳ Thanks to everyone who has joined us at Alton Golf Club first thing today to 'Putt for Patients'! We're looking forward to a full day of golfing action, helping to support our work to ensure no one faces kidney disease alone. 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 22/09/2026Eman is one of 8,700 people currently waiting for that life changing call. We are so grateful to her for sharing her experiences with us & with The Independent this #OrganDonationWeek If you want to donate please register your decision & tell your family www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home...independent.co.ukThe agonising wait for an organ donor: ‘I’m always waiting for the call’Nine people a week are dying while on the waiting list for an organ transplant, which now numbers almost 8,700 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 21/09/2026Would you accept a life-saving organ if you needed one? This #OrganDonationWeek, take 2 minutes to register your organ donation decision. The transplant waiting list is at a record high, and every day someone in the UK dies waiting for a transplant 👉 www.organdonation.nhs.uk/register-your-decision 001
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 20/09/2026The National Kidney Patient Survey is open. It's easy to complete, is anonymous and contributes to the national picture of kidney care and real life changes in how kidney care is delivered. Take part and have your voice heard by following this link 👉 kidneycareuk.org/kidney-patient-survey 012
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 19/09/2026There are no quick fixes or cures for kidney disease but Dr Dadabhoy explains how through lifestyle changes, careful monitoring or specific medication, progression can often be slowed, helping to avoid reaching kidney failure. Learn more 👉 kidneycareuk.org/kidney-disease-information/early-stage-ckd 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Join Kidney Care UK's October Dog Walking Challenge and walk with us to support people living with kidney disease. Plus, when you sign up, we'll send you a free Doggy Bandana so your pup can wear their support with pride. Sign up today 👉 kidneycareuk.org/kidney-care-uk-events/dogwalk-2025 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 18/09/2026It's been a busy week for the charity! Our Policy Director, Fiona Loud, spoke at the National Waiting List conference & we also enjoyed meeting delegates at the sold-out national dialysis conference, talking about our work including our easy read information for patients. 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 17/09/2026The Kidney Kitchen offers #KidneyFriendly advice and recipes, helping you enjoy food at every stage of kidney disease. Every recipe is carefully analysed and approved by kidney dietitians, making them suitable for everyone 👉 kidneycareuk.org/get-support/healthy-diet-support/kidney-kitchen 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 16/09/2026Your autumn 2026 Kidney Matters magazine is out now! This issue includes articles on motherhood, machine perfusion, food labels and so much more! Read the autumn 2025 Kidney Matters magazine here 👉 kidneycareuk.org/get-support/kidney… 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 16/09/2026It's 100 days until Christmas! While some of us aren't ready to fully embrace 'the C word' just yet we know lots of you like to get ahead. Our online shop is full of cards, wrap & gifts - your purchase helps us to ensure no one faces kidney disease alone www.charitycardshop.com/kidneycareuk 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 15/09/2026Whether you're looking for a new hoodie to embrace the upcoming autumn, or you've already started feeling festive, the Kidney Care UK shop has something for you! Find our range of everyday items and seasonal essentials helping raise money so no one faces kidney disease alone 👉 kidneycareuk.com/shop 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 14/09/2026There's only 1 week until the Voices to Vision listening event, are you signed up? Voices to Vision is a chance to share your experiences and the changes that are needed in kidney care 👉 kidneycareuk.org/about-us/policy-updates/kidney-patients-contribute-their-voices-to-creation-of-national-strategy 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 14/09/2026📣 New podcast episode! Can you take protein powder, collagen & creatine with kidney disease? A kidney dietitian explains. Listen here 👉 kidneycareuk.org/get-support/podcas… 010
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 14/09/2026The National Kidney Patient Survey (formerly called the Kidney PREM) is now open for 2026! Your response can turn feedback into practical improvements. Click the link to take part and have your voice heard 👉 kidneycareuk.org/kidney-patient-survey 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 13/09/2026We're celebrating Sophie, who recently organaised a quiz night in support of her brother and choose to fundraise for Kidney Care UK. We're incredibly grateful to Sophie and everyone who joined in on the night, the event raised over an amazing £1500! 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 13/09/2026High blood pressure can damage your kidneys long before symptoms appear. Before #KnowYourNumbers Week ends, take a few minutes to check your blood pressure. Knowing your numbers could help protect your kidney health. 010
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 12/09/2026Thank you to Damian Hinds MP, the Shadow Secretary of State for Health and Care, for joining our parliamentary roundtable on neighbourhood care for people with kidney disease. We look forward to working together to ensure neighbourhood health services meet what is needed of them. 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 12/09/2026We're wishing the best of luck to all of our amazing runners at the Great North Run tomorrow, we can't wait to hear how it goes! Thank you for being a Kidney Warrior, good luck! Inspired? Take part in one of our other running events 👉 kidneycareuk.org/kidney-care-uk-events/?q=&tags=run#listing 010
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 11/09/2026Many thanks to Liz Twist MP for sponsoring our parliamentary roundtable on getting neighbourhood care right for people with kidney disease. We're pleased by the insights and calls to action from the discussion, and look forward to working together to strengthen community support. 000
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 11/09/2026PKD has impacted generations of Will's family. After years of living with the condition, he received a life-changing kidney transplant from his wife, Alex. As #PKDAwarenessWeek ends, learn more about their story 👉 kidneycareuk.org/kidney-disease-information/your-stories/alex-and-wills-story 011
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026We're extending our partnership with Cadent, Northern Gas Networks, SGN & Wales & West Utilities investing £1m to support 25,000 people living with kidney disease 👉 kidneycareuk.org/news-from-kidney-care-uk/kidney-care-uk-partners-with-gas-networks-to-deliver-1-million-of-support-for-kidney-patients 010