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We make the best care possible @kingscollegenhs.bsky.social by raising money for cutting edge equipment and facilities, innovative research and pioneering treatment 💛 supportkings.org.uk

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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
In 2024, David had an ultrasound scan of his lower back due to an ongoing issue with a degenerative disease and afterwards a cyst was found on his spleen. David was referred to @kingscollegenhs.bsky.social, where doctors decided he would have the cyst removed,
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
The Charity has a vital role in securing funds to kick-start groundbreaking liver research projects, which have helped to transform care for patients.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Congratulations to @kingscollegenhs.bsky.social which is celebrating 60 years of pioneering liver research and innovative care. We're proud to have funded liver research since the Charity was first founded in 2016, including more than £1.6m since 2022.
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King's College NHS @kingscollegenhs.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
🧡 This #VolunteersWeek, we're introducing Edesiri, our first-ever #volunteer with a #VisualImpairment at King’s, who's helping to create a much more inclusive environment across the trust. Read his inspiring story ➡️ tinyurl.com/2c3tbnde #TeamKings
Image of Edesiri, who is standing in front of the main entrance at Princess Royal University Hospital.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
She supports patients at mealtimes, spends time with people receiving end-of-life care and knits small gifts that bring patients comfort and help them feel cared for. This #VolunteersWeek, we’re thanking Sandra and every one of our volunteers helping support patients, families and staff at King's 💛
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
"I wanted to give something back." After her late husband was cared for on the Marjory Warren Ward at @kingscollegenhs.bsky.social, Sandra chose to return — this time volunteering on the very same ward.
Volunteer Sandra in an orange jacket supports patients by knitting small gifts and helping at mealtimes in the ward where her late husband was cared for. There's also an image of Sandra with her late husband.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
We're so grateful for the National Garden Scheme’s generous support towards this innovative new space 💛 Read more here: ▶️ ngs.org.uk/national-gar... ▶️ supportkings.org.uk/what-you-mak...
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National Garden Scheme helps fund world's first rooftop critical care unit garden - National Garden Scheme
As part of the charity's Gardens and Health funding the National Garden Scheme has helped fund the world's first rooftop critical care unit garden
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
The National Garden Scheme contributed nearly £38,000 to support planting in the new roof garden which enables critically ill patients to receive full medical support while enjoying the therapeutic benefits of greenery, fresh air and natural light.
Curved wooden benches and planters with greenery under a cloudy evening sky on a rooftop deck.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
A huge thank you to the National Garden Scheme- one of our major donors to the recently opened King's College Hospital NHS Critical Care Roof Garden and helped make it possible.
Three professionally dressed individuals standing outdoors against a clear sky, posing for a group photo. (Left to right) Dr Tom Best- Clinical Director of King's Critical Care, Dr Richard Claxton- CEO of National Garden Scheme and Vicky Flynn, its Communications Manager.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
We also recently helped to refurbish the Volunteer Lounge to provide a relaxing space for our amazing volunteers. Our volunteers perform the most generous and challenging work, providing care in the most difficult of circumstances, always with a smile and willing to lend an ear 💛
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Between April 2025 and March 2026, we benefited from the support of 1,991 volunteers in our hospitals. Between them, they contributed over 86,000 hours of volunteering time across more than 27,000 shifts.
Senior volunteer wearing an orange vest and ID badge standing in a hospital corridor.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Today is the start of Volunteers’ Week, and we’d like to say thank you to all our brilliant volunteers who commit their time, care and dedication to helping patients feel calm and supported at @kingscollegenhs.bsky.social 💛
One of our volunteers holding a therapy dog in a hospital ward.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
King’s College Hospital Charity contributed £2million in donations towards the new roof garden. A huge thank you to our generous donors who helped make this innovative new space possible💛  Read more here bit.ly/4nV8wzL
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King’s Critical Care Roof Garden opens
A new roof garden- funded by King’s College Hospital Charity and the first of its kind in the UK- opens today which will transform care for critically ill patients, enabling them to receive full medic...
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
We're thrilled that a new roof garden- funded by @supportkings.bsky.social – opens today. It will transform care for critically ill patients, enabling them to receive full medical support, while enjoying the therapeutic benefits of greenery, fresh air and natural light.  💛 🥬
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Encourage your friends, family or colleagues to join you, and take on the challenge together to make an even bigger difference 💛 Sign up for free, receive a free King’s t-shirt, and raise what you can along the way. Let’s get moving this July! 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️ Find out more here ➡️ bit.ly/4uxB0lX
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Walk 300,000 Steps in July
Walk 300,000 steps in July to help transform care for patients in need at King’s and receive a free t-shirt when you sign up. Walk throughout July in your local area or a location special to you, on y...
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Take on our July challenge and make every step count for @kingscollegenhs.bsky.social. Whether you’re walking around your local area, exploring your favourite route, or heading somewhere special, every step helps support our community.
Woman wearing a yellow King’s College Hospital Charity t-shirt standing on grass with lavender fields and event tents in the background.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
You make a big difference to people's lives every day and we're so grateful for your invaluable contribution. 💛
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
Happy #InternationalNursesDay to the incredible nurses at @kingscollegenhs.bsky.social and all over the world who go above and beyond to give patients the best care possible. A massive thank you for your dedication, compassion and unwavering commitment to patient care.
Group of healthcare workers posing behind an orange frame celebrating International Nurses Day and Midwife Day at King's College Hospital.Group of healthcare workers in scrubs and uniforms posing together in a hospital room with a 'Celebrating' banner in the background.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
After being a patient at King’s, Isabelle signed up to the King’s Lottery to give back to a hospital that meant a lot to her. Join from just £1 a week for a chance to win big while making a massive difference for King's. Read Isabelle’s story and sign-up here ▶️ bit.ly/4epxYed
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Got a question or want to take part with your workplace or community group? Email events@supportkings.org.uk to speak to the Fundraising Team 💛
Three people wearing yellow shirts and safety harnesses stand on a rooftop with a city skyline and the King's College Hospital Charity banner behind them.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Sign up now to secure your place with our early sign-up bundle before the 31st March. Use code EARLYSIGNUP to sign up for just £25 and receive a FREE King’s t-shirt and water bottle: bit.ly/4t1Ydet
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King's Abseil 2026
Join the King’s College Hospital Charity Abseil and descend 100ft down one of the busiest buildings at the hospital to make a difference for everyone at King’s.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
The King’s Abseil is back on Friday 11th and Saturday 12th September 2026! Feel like pushing yourself out of your comfort zone and descending the Golden Jubilee Wing at King’s College Hospital? The feeling of achievement is incredible 🙌 @kingscollegenhs.bsky.social
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
This includes machine perfusion - used to maintain quality of donated organs during transfer and transplantation and immunology to prevent rejection of livers post-transplant. Through this vital work we aim to enable more people to successfully receive live-saving liver transplants 💛
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
In 2025, it carried out 227 adult liver transplants, and 50 paediatric transplants - which is believed to be the most ever completed by a single centre in the UK during a calendar year.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
We're delighted to celebrate an incredible achievement by @kingscollegenhs.bsky.social which last year performed a record number of liver transplants - 277 in total ➡️ www.kch.nhs.uk/news/record-...
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Record-breaking year for liver transplants at King’s - King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
A record number of life-saving liver transplants were performed at King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust between 1 January and 31 December 2025.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
Kevin is looking forward to the challenge - to give back to King’s and, by sharing his story, to help inspire other people with polycystic liver disease. 💛 Read Kevin’s story here ▶️ bit.ly/4atPsT4
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Kevin's story: "It's a great opportunity to give back"
Kevin is taking part in the 2026 London Landmarks Half Marathon as a symbol of hope for patients with polycystic liver disease.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
... by his liver consultation team if he could lose around 40kg of weight, to improve his health overall and support his recovery of an upcoming major operation. Remarkably, Kevin has lost 30kg and he has signed up to this year's London Landmarks Half Marathon along with his son and a close friend.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
When Kevin was 35 years old, he was diagnosed with polycystic liver disease (PLD), a hereditary condition where normal liver tissue is replaced by numerous fluid-filled cysts. Kevin's liver is about ten times the size of a normal adult. After two liver transplantation assessments, he was asked..
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Work continues on the Outdoor CCU at King's College NHS, with the installation of equipment for medical gases. This will help ensure that even the most critically ill patients are able to experience the benefits of fresh air, greenery and sunlight, supporting their recovery💛
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
It’s not too late to join them and help us reach £40,000 and continue to extend our support to more patients, families, and staff at King’s. If you’d still like to get involved, find out more here ➡️https://bit.ly/4acrED7
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
We want to say a massive THANK YOU to everyone who has donated to our Winter Appeal. Thanks to your incredible support, we’ve raised £39,204 so far - an amazing total that simply wouldn’t have been possible without the kindness and generosity of the King’s community 💛
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
💛 This Love Your Liver Month, we’re celebrating the lives saved by King’s Liver Transplant Unit. This week, we’re shining a light on Simon. After becoming critically ill with liver failure, a transplant at King’s saved his life. 👉 Read Simon’s story here: bit.ly/49V0Xnk #KingsSavesLives
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
💛 Surgeons at King's College NHS have now treated 1,000 patients using the surgical robot 🤖 This life-changing technology helps people recover faster, feel less pain, and get back to the things that matter most. Read more here ➡️https://bit.ly/49BvR2W
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
Lizzie is taking part in the London Landmarks Half Marathon for the third year running, after her partner Doug suffered a heart attack. Run the London Landmarks Half Marathon and support life-changing care at King’s this year. Find out more and sign up today 💛: bit.ly/3MXD85D
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 01/01/2026
Happy New Year from all of us at King’s College Hospital Charity! Your support has helped bring life-changing care to patients and families at King’s, as well as much need support for hospital staff. Together, let’s continue to make a difference in 2026! 🎆💛 #TeamKings
Golden fireworks burst above a Happy New Year message with King's College Hospital Charity logo in the corner.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 25/12/2025
Merry Christmas from all of us at King’s College Hospital Charity! May your holiday be filled with warmth, peace and love. 🎄✨💛 #TeamKings
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 24/12/2025
If you are passing through King's College Hospital or Princess Royal University Hospital this Christmas, please consider visiting our giving trees to buy a present for the children on one of our children's wards 🎄🎁 #TeamKings
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
and let them know you’re thinking about them by leaving a message on our staff dedication page ▶️ kchc.celebrationpage.org Christmas time is an especially busy time of year for all NHS staff, so we know those at King’s will really appreciate hearing from you. 💛 (2/2)
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Thank you to all of our NHS staff
Let the King's College Trust staff that you are thinking about them, whether it is an individual, a ward or everyone, leave a message of appreciation.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Would you, or your loved ones, like to say thank you to our NHS staff this Christmas? 🎄 Whether it’s a whole ward or a special individual, you can express your gratitude for the care provided by King's College Trust staff (1/2)
Group of healthcare professionals standing together inside a large yellow heart shape with snowflake decorations.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
These services provide an important opportunity for remembrance in the run-up to Christmas, which can be a challenging time for people experiencing grief.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
We were honoured to provide funding for an organist to play music during the service, which gave an opportunity for quiet reflection as families lit candles for those they were remembering.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
The services, which were very moving, featured a selection of readings, poems and music and everyone was welcome to write a memory or message to their loved one, which was hung on a beautiful, illuminated memory tree at the back of the chapel.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
We were proud to have attended and supported the Child & Baby Memorial Service at @kingscollegenhs.bsky.social held at the weekend. 💛 Each December the Chaplaincy team holds two memorial services at St Luke’s Chapel to remember babies and children who have sadly passed away at our hospitals.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
“I absolutely loved running the race & being part of Team King’s 💛. The atmosphere, the support, & knowing we were all united for such an amazing hospital made it unforgettable.” – Annabel Join us for #LLHM2026 🏙️ & feel the magic 👉 bit.ly/49PXw1Y #TeamKings
Two runners wearing yellow King's College Hospital Charity vests chatting outdoors near a brick building after the London Landmarks Half Marathon
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
With your support, we can continue creating spaces that don’t just save lives like Maria’s– but help them begin again. 💛 Donate to our Winter Appeal today ➡️ bit.ly/4p35zgl 🌿 Read more about Maria’s story and the difference your support can make ➡️ supportkings.org.uk/what-you-mak...
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Give King’s space to save more lives this winter
Our world-first Outdoor Critical Care Unit will open new paths to recovery through fresh air and nature. With your help, King’s can keep creating spaces where life, hope, and healing grow together.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
“The care on the Critical Care Unit is exceptional because it’s King’s,” says Maria. This winter, King’s is pioneering the next chapter in patient recovery with a world-first Outdoor CCU – a fully equipped medical space that helps patients heal surrounded by fresh air, nature and light
Maria smiling outside in a park
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
After a fall at work, Maria began experiencing severe pain. Within hours, she developed sepsis – and was fighting for her life in the @kingscollegenhs.bsky.social Critical Care Unit. Thanks to the exceptional care she received at King’s, Maria got the chance to begin life again.
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
Make a difference this festive season✨ 🎅 Join Santa in the City London on the 2nd, 3rd or 4th of Dec & run or walk 4km through London’s Christmas lights! Or make a difference your own way. Whether it's hosting a festive bake sale or wearing a Christmas jumper, get started today: bit.ly/4oT3y61
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
You can secure your place in the event for just £30 and you’ll receive a King’s running vest and full support from the fundraising team every step of the way 💛 For more information, visit our website (supportkings.org.uk/support-us/e...) or email events@supportkings.org.uk
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Brighton Marathon
Make every mile matter. Run the 2026 Brighton Marathon on behalf of King’s College Hospital Charity and help transform the lives of staff, patients and their families. Whether you’re a seasoned runner...
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King's College Hospital Charity @supportkings.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
There are only 2 places left on Team King’s in the Brighton Marathon 2026 and a limited time left to sign up. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or want to push yourself to complete your first marathon, you could take on this brilliant seafront challenge and make a difference for King’s 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂
A runner in a King's College Hospital Charity running vest raises hand while participating in an outdoor race on a sunny day.
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