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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 · 3h
Diagnosed 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.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 9h
A 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
A person with a headset sits at a desk, smiling while looking at a computer screen. Beside them, text reads: "Last year 3,795,000 kidney patients and their families accessed our information, advice and support services." The Kidney Care UK charity logo is in the bottom right corner.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
When 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
Three individuals stand together holding a sign that reads, "I support Hugh's Law." Behind them, banners promote the organisation "it's never you."
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Last 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
Smiling man in a gray shirt stands beside text about financial support provided to 1,447 patients and families by Kidney Care UK. The charity's logo is at the bottom.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Our 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
Orange background with bold white text saying, "6 reasons you should sign up to our FREE Kidney Kitchen Newsletter." Surrounding the text are images of various dishes: sausage rolls, noodles with egg and vegetables, a pastry parcel, and spaghetti bolognese.Image displaying three food items with accompanying text. Top: Sliced bread on a cutting board with the text, "Cupboard staples your kidneys will love." Middle: Spaghetti bolognese alongside the text, "Developed with specialist kidney dietitians." Bottom: sausage rolls on a plate with the text, "Versatile recipes. Work snacks to keep you going or the perfect party food? You decide!"Three food images with text. Top: A plate with a pastry parcel and rocket. Middle: Three small cupcakes with orange garnish. Bottom: A bowl of rice topped with a fried egg, spring onions, and chopsticks. Text highlights the appeal of each dish.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
It'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
The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Yvette Cooper, speaking at a podium in front of a backdrop that includes logos for The Health Care Forum and Total Politics. Lucy Rigby MP (L) and Fiona Loud, Policy Director for Kidney Care UK (R) pictured at an event. There is a banner in the background for 'New Statesman Events'. Both are looking at the camera, smiling.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Living 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
A woman in a yellow top is reviewing documents. Text on the image reads: "Last year we secured more than £2.4 million in benefits income for families facing financial hardship." The logo of Kidney Care UK is visible in the bottom left corner.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Start 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
Kidney Care UK promotional image featuring branded mugs and travel cups. Text reads: "Kidney Care UK Mug and Travel Cup. Shop Now. Whether you're team on the sofa or team out for a wander, these mugs are the perfect way to show your support."
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Every 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
Member of the Kidney Care UK support Line team wearing a headset and glasses is pictured. Text on the image reads: "In 2025, our Support Line team helped 12,873 people.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
A 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
A person wearing a Kidney Care UK lanyard talks on a mobile phone. Text on the image reads, "Last year we provided 1,683 free counselling sessions." The Kidney Care UK logo is visible in the corner.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Happy #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
The image shows a woman, Dee, seated and wearing headphones in front of a microphone. The background is orange with text announcing "It's International Podcast Day" and "Celebrate with Diary of a Kidney Warrior." Logos for "Diary of a Kidney Warrior" and "Kidney Care UK" are displayed. A label reads "Dee Moore, Host.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
The 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
Blue background featuring bold text reading, "What is The National Kidney Patient Survey?" Below are three large question marks. The logos for UK Kidney Association, British Association for Paediatric Nephrology, and Kidney Care UK are at the bottom.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Our 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
A member of Kidney Care UK staff talking to a healthcare professional in a dialysis unit, they are both looking at a Kidney Care UK leaflet and smiling. Text at the top says, “In 2025, more than 1 million of our patient information resources were accessed.”
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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…
Promotional image for the Diary of a Kidney Warrior podcast episode: "IgA Nephropathy with Normal Kidney Function: Brittany's 8-Year Journey to Diagnosis." The design includes a smiling individual on the right, and graphic elements like a microphone and logos for Diary of a Kidney Warrior and the charity Kidney Care UK over a blue background. Podcast host Dee Moore features in the lower left corner, sat behind a microphone.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Across 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
Two woman sitting and embracing, facing towards a window with sheer curtains. Text on the image reads: "Last year we supported more than 13,000 people with kidney disease through our community-based Patient Support & Advocacy Service." Kidney Care UK logo is at the bottom left.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Have 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
Image with 12 boxes containing dog-related activities such as chasing pigeons, finding sticks, and rolling in puddles. The title reads, "How many can you tick off this October?" Kidney Care UK logo is at the bottom left.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Thank 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.
A group of six people stands under a blue canopy with a Kidney Care UK banner behind them. Some are wearing Kidney Care UK shirts, and they are smiling at the camera. There are cars and trees in the background.
A person stands smiling with two children in front of a Kidney Care UK banner. The children hold small Kidney Care UK flags.
Three people are standing on a path holding donation buckets labelled "Kidney Care UK." They are outdoors near a fence, with some trees in the background.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Kidney 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
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
We 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
A group of people standing in front of the UK Parliament building, holding a large banner that reads, "7 million lives at risk. What's the plan?" Various charity logos are visible, including Kidney Care UK, Kidney Research UK, NKF, PKD, and UKKA.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
As #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
A collage of six images: 1. Two people smiling, one wears a shirt with 'I received my spare'. 2. A person lying on rocks with text 'Everest Base Camp 5364m'. 3. Two people posing with bows and arrows against a rural backdrop. 4. A person stands beside an informational display about kidney disease. 5. A group of people in a restaurant, including a baby. 6. Soccer players in red uniforms on a field, with the Kidney Care UK logo.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
This 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
A graphic promoting the National Kidney Patient Survey for UK kidney patients. It features a hand holding a megaphone with "Don't miss out" in a speech bubble. Logos of UK Kidney Association, British Association for Paediatric Nephrology, and Kidney Care UK are at the bottom. Text reads: "Your voice matters! Take part in the annual survey of UK kidney patients."
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Whatever 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.
A person wearing a Kidney Care UK branded t-shirt is  speaking to a patient on dialysis. Both are smiling and laughing and the person standing is holding information leaflets. The "Kidney Care UK" logo is visible in the upper left corner.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Thank 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
Two men are in a kitchen, talking. A caption in the lower left corner identifies ITV London News next to the words 'Adnan Zameer, Kidney patient'. The kitchen has light-coloured cabinets and a refrigerator with magnets. Boxes of medication can be seen on the counter.
A woman in a pink jacket is being interviewed on a cobblestone street. A camera operator and another individual in a suit stand nearby. The setting is an urban area with buildings lining the street.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
This 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
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
There 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
A person getting their blood pressure checked with a digital monitor showing a reading of 170. The Kidney Care UK logo is visible in the top left corner. An illustration of a newspaper is in the bottom right corner.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Our 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…
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Thank 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…
A group of people playing walking football on an outdoor pitch. The players are wearing bibs, and the field is surrounded by a fence with trees visible in the background. There are two men closest to the camera, one in a blue bib, the other in white. The ITV News logo is in the top right corner.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
The 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…
The image shows a globe surrounded by multicolored figures holding hands. Text reads, "7,203 people are waiting for a kidney transplant in the UK #OrganDonationWeek." Kidney Care UK's logo is in the bottom left corner.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Some 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
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
A 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.
A group of individuals standing in a row on a golf course with trees and a clear sky in the background. There are golf bags and a hole with a yellow flag nearby. Several individuals are wearing tops bearing the charity Kidney Care UK logo.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Eman 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.uk
The 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
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Would 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
A man and woman stand side by side in front of a pink background featuring organ illustrations. Text reads, "Most of us would accept an organ if we needed one." The NHS logo is displayed in the top right corner. The call to action urges registering for organ donation, alongside the website "organdonation.nhs.uk" and the "Yes I donate" logo.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
The 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
A hand holding a megaphone with the text "NOW OPEN" beside it. The graphic announces "Your voice matters! The National Kidney Patient Survey 14 September - 9 November." Logos for UK Kidney Association, British Association for Paediatric Nephrology, and Kidney Care UK are displayed at the bottom.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
There 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
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Join 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
A dog wearing a blue bandana with the Kidney Care UK logo sits on grass. Text reads, "Sign up today and get a FREE doggy bandana." There are orange paw prints near the text.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
It'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.
Kidney Care UK Policy Director Fiona Loud, pictured with Professor Simon Ball, a consultant nephrologist at University Hospitals Birmingham. They are at the National Waiting List Conference and are stood in front of a stage that includes a podium, chairs, two banners and a screen.
Two individuals wearing grey polo shirts with the Kidney Care UK logo on are standing behind a table covered with information materials including magazines, leaflets, booklets and pens and lanyards. The tablecloth displays the logo for the charity Kidney Care UK. Banners and a stand with brochures surround the table, promoting Kidney Care UK's patient support services and information.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
The 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
A bowl containing rice is being filled with a chilli con carne from a pan. The dish includes diced vegetables and meat in a rich sauce. "Kidney Kitchen" logo is visible in the upper right corner.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Your 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…
Cover of "Kidney Matters" magazine, Autumn 2026 issue, with a mum and daughter on the cover. Text highlights the magazine as a free resource for those affected by kidney disease. The Kidney Care UK logo is displayed in the top right corner. A smartphone shows the magazine cover as well.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
It'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
This image is a collage of twelve festive cards available to buy from the Kidney Care UK online shop. There are various holiday-themed illustrations. They include a colourful cityscape with domes, a decorated Christmas tree, two Robins on a branch of red berries, animals in a snowy scene, a winter church scene, the twelve days of Christmas, two Highland cows in the snow, a linocut design of a robin on a snowy branch, a dove with "Peace on Earth," a snowy landscape with a person walking a dog, festive foliage with a wildlife, and a row of garden tools in snow with candles on the ends, playing on the fork handles/four candles pun.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Whether 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
A collage of merchandise from Kidney Care UK, including a water bottle, keychains, beanie hat, tote bag, teddy bear, and a shirt, all displaying the organization's logo. A 'Support Us' and 'Shop Now' message is prominently displayed in the center.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
There'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
The image is a promotional poster for Voices to Vision online listening events. It features a group of people seated at tables in a discussion setting. "Help Shape the Future of Kindey Care" is written over the image and various logos are displayed at the bottom: Kidney Care UK, Kidney Research UK, National Kidney Federation, PKD Charity, and UK Kidney Association. Event details are also listed.
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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…
Image on a yellow background features text asking if protein powder, collagen, and creatine can be taken with kidney disease, explained by a kidney dietitian. It showcases logos for the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast and Kidney Care UK. There are two people pictured, on the left of the image is Diary of a Kidney Warrior podcast host Dee Moore and on the right is dietitian Tadala and there is text mentions "Featuring Tadala."
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
The 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
A graphic announcing the National Kidney Patient Survey. It states "Your voice matters!" with a hand holding a megaphone next to the text "Now Open." The survey runs from 14 September to 9 November. Logos for UK Kidney Association, British Association for Paediatric Nephrology, and Kidney Care UK are at the bottom.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
We'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!
A man holding a drink is standing next to a woman at an indoor gathering. There are balloons and people seated at tables in the background.A large room hosts a gathering with people seated at round tables, engaged in conversation. The room is decorated with blue and orange balloons. Attendees are enjoying food and drinks.A room with round tables, each surrounded by blue chairs. Kidney Care UK branded balloons in blue and orange are tied to some tables. The ceiling is draped with white fabric, and the floor is wooden. There are papers and a QR code on one table.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
High 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.
The image is a graphic from Blood Pressure UK with the message "The silent risk" in large text. It warns that high blood pressure often lacks warning signs but can increase the risk of stroke, heart disease, and kidney disease. It encourages checking blood pressure and features the hashtags #KnowYourNumbers and #CheckYourBloodPressure. The background is orange with blue and white text.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Thank 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.
Damian Hinds (MP) and Fiona Loud (Policy Director of Kidney Care UK), standing in front of a Kidney Care UK banner.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
We'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
A woman participating in a marathon, wearing a race bib and a Kidney Care UK shirt. There are other runners and spectators in the background, and text overlay says "Good Luck!" The Kidney Care UK logo is visible in the corner.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Many 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.
Liz Twist (MP) and Fiona Loud (Policy Director of Kidney Care UK), standing in front of a Kidney Care UK banner. Liz is holding a sign shaped like a kidney, which supports the cause of kidney disease awareness.
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
PKD 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
A man and woman stand outdoors on grass, aiming bows. A hill is in the background. Text on the image includes "Kidney Care UK" in the corner and a quote saying “My father had twin brothers, and I believe all three of them were diagnosed with PKD in the late 1980s. By the early 1990s, my elder siblings, Tim and Emily, had been tested and diagnosed with PKD."
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
We'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
A woman is sitting in a medical facility, smiling, with an IV in their arm. The Kidney Care UK logo is visible in the foreground. Logos for Cadent, Northern Gas Networks, SGN, and Wales & West Utilities are displayed at the bottom.
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