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We took our #BloodyAmazingKidneys campaign to Liverpool this week, where the initial results were presented as part of the Behavioural Science & Public Health Network conference. More info on the campaign: kidneycareuk.org/news-from-ki... #BSPHN2025 @claremontcomms.bsky.social @bsphn.bsky.social

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🥞 Hey, it's #PancakeDay! Have you tried our low potassium pancakes from the #KidneyKitchen yet? 👇 kidneycareuk.org/get-support/... They're not only super delicious, they're also #KidneyFriendly! Show us your pancake masterpieces in the comments and be sure to share this post with your followers!

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Our friends at #KidneyWales are holding a Home Dialysis Webinar next week! This is perfect if you’re considering home dialysis for yourself or a loved one. Secure your spot now 👉 buff.ly/3Ew4n2Y #HomeDialysis #KidneyHealth #DialysisAtHome

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❗Your kidneys work hard for you & they don’t ask for much in return. While you can’t always prevent #KidneyDisease but making a few tweaks to your lifestyle can help to protect them. Check out our top 10 healthy habits for happy kidneys here: kidneycareuk.org/happykidneys (1/3)

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📅 This #RareDiseaseDay, we're bringing light to rarely spoken about kidney diseases. We understand the difficulty in diagnosis & finding information, hence, why we created our rare renal conditions webpage 👉 kidneycareuk.org/rare-kidney

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Not long to go!🌟 To get involved, head to our website to download video call backgrounds and lots more! We'd love your help in spreading the kidney facts and dispelling the myths! worldkidneyday.co.uk/get-involved/ #WorldKidneyDay #KidneysMatter

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People with CKD are 20x more likely to die from Cardiovascular Disease (CVD), one of UK's biggest killers. Early identification/treatment of CKD can help reduce the risk of CVD We've joined @thebhf.bsky.social & 40+ other orgs in a National Cardiovascular Disease Plan: www.bhf.org.uk/what-we-do/p...

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This year’s #WorldKidneyDay campaign is excellent. Many patients have more than enough challenges to deal with in managing their illness, without adding assumptions and judgement into the equation.

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For #WorldKidneyDay 2025, we have a new campaign, Don't Kid Yourself. It challenges the myths about kidney disease & highlights the facts. Take this myth 👇 There are many reasons why someone gets kidney disease, it’s not just lifestyle. Read more here > worldkidney.day.co.uk

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❗ The countdown is on! Just 3 weeks until #WorldKidneyDay! Will you join us in spreading awareness? Stay tuned to find out how you can make a difference💛 Brought to you by: UKKA @kidneyresearchuk.org @ukkidney.org @nkf-uk.bsky.social Popham Kidney Support Kidney Wales PKD Charity #KidneysMatter

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Aly Coyle has become the 100th person from Northern Ireland to donate a #Kidney to a stranger. This landmark moment for organ donation was marked at a special reception at Stormont yesterday. Read more here: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... #LivingDonor #LivingKidneyDonation

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Ms Looney is the longest living recipient of a genetically-edited animal transplant. More info: kidneycareuk.org/news-from-ki... #Xenotransplantation is exciting, but research is limited. Even if these prove successful in the long-term, it could be a while before it's available to all

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We recently visited Scunthorpe Renal Unit with our partners from Anglian Water. We met many patients, including Pat (pic), who we were able to get signed up to Anglian Water’s Priority Services Register (PSR). Find more info on the PSR here: kidneycareuk.org/get-support/...

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🏊 Tackle the iconic #GreatNorthSwim in the beautiful Lake District, while making a real difference to people living with kidney disease! Are you up for the challenge? Sign up now and let's make a splash together this June 13-15! 👉 kidneycareuk.org/kidney-care-...

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💬 Today is #RandomActsofKindnessDay. Don't forget to be kind to yourself as well as others 💕

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It was a privilege for us to share & learn at the Baitul Futuh Mosque in Morden. We discussed Islam, the annual Jalsa Salana UK event & the extensive charitable efforts of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community. We look forward to working alongside Cllr Shah & the Community going forward

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🎩 Get your very own Kidney Care UK beanie hat in our online shop for just £15! Why not show your support and purchase one today - all proceeds help us to continue to ensure no one faces kidney disease alone. Click here to get yours: www.charitycardshop.com/kidneycareuk...

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❗Early detection of #KidneyDisease is vital, but people need to be told about their diagnosis & given the right advice & support. This is a real comment from someone who contacted us recently. Our kidneys are #BloodyAmazing. Read more here: kidneycareuk.org/news-from-ki...

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The Alistair McMenemy tribute concert was held on Friday 31 January at the Glasgow Garage in support of Kidney Care UK and Paragon Music. They raised an incredible £12,000 and are still counting some last minute fundraising efforts. A huge well done!

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❗DEADLINE Tues 11 Feb. Thank you so much to everyone who has completed our survey so far. However, it's not too late to take part! If you’re over 18, a UK resident and have been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, we need your input. Link here: surveymonkey.com/r/HCHZYQM

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The Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) is writing to people who receive these benefits to let them know that they need to claim Universal Credit instead. This letter - called a Migration Notice – explains what you need to do & when. Go to gov.uk/ucmove for more info.

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As part of the UK government’s work to shape its 10-year plan for the NHS in England we have submitted a response summarised in this animation. There is still time for you to share your own individual response, you can do this here: change.nhs.uk/en-GB/

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💛 #LivingKidneyDonation takes place when a living person donates to another person, with around 30 out of 100 #Kidney transplants coming from living donors. To find out more about living kidney donation and what happens during the process, click here: kidneycareuk.org/kidney-disea...

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Did you know many are unaware of their kidney disease risk? Over 112,000 assessments reveal concerning truths. Are you at risk? #KidneyHealth https://www.shropshirestar.com/uk-news/2024/12/27/thousands-unaware-of-kidney-disease-risk-charity/

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Sparking conversations about #BloodyAmazingKidneys in light of recent TV drama. Get informed about your kidneys here: kidneycareuk.org/news-from-ki... and take a FREE Kidney Health Check: kidneycareuk.org/kidney-healt... Note: there is no benefit to completing the Checker if you already have CKD

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⏰ There's only one week left to secure your 2025 @CambridgeHalfUK place for just £15! To sign up, use code NEWYEAR40 here: register.enthuse.com/ps/event/Cambr… To find out more, click here: kidneycareuk.org/kidney-care-uk�� Your support helps us to ensure that no one faces kidney disease alone

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@metoffice.bsky.social has issued weather warnings across the UK. Be sure to use our #BEPREPARED guide including info about signing up to the #PriorityServiceRegister: kidneycareuk.org/kidney-disea... ❗If bad weather affects your ability to get to #Dialysis sessions, please contact your kidney team

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✅ It's #HealthInformationWeek, with today focusing on Health Literacy & Misinformation #HIS2025 Our information carries the PIF TICK, the UK's only assessed quality mark for health & care info. Click here to download/order our FREE patient information booklets: kidneycareuk.org/get-support/...

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Great to see @sophierandall.bsky.social's blog on signposting credible #HealthInformation published today. Sophie highlights PIF's research, as well as supporting data from organisations including @selfcareforum.bsky.social, @kidneycareuk.bsky.social and the @healthfoundation.bsky.social. #HIW2025

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Many people in the #KidneyCommunity have been raising concerns about the storyline of Carla Connor in #CoronationStreet, which includes her experience of #KidneyDisease and #Transplantation. You can find more info on this including our full statement here: kidneycareuk.org/news-from-ki...

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🗣️ Your voice matters! Got 5 minutes? Take our new survey & help us fight for better emotional & social support for people living with #ChronicKidneyDisease (CKD). Open to UK residents who are 18+ & living with CKD. Let's make a difference. Survey link: www.surveymonkey.com/r/HCHZYQM

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Lupus is an autoimmune disease that can cause problems in the skin, joints, & other organs, including the kidneys. In collaboration with Lupus UK, we spoke to Karisse, Stuart, Sara, Michelle & Gillian, who are all living with #CKD & #Lupus. Click here: kidneycareuk.org/kidney-disea...

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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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Fantastic work by @kidneycareuk.bsky.social! Raising ‘living with #lupus and #CKD’ awareness ⭐️ 💜 Well done to everyone who shared their stories, truly inspiring! kidneycareuk.org/kidney-disea...

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Over 120,000 people have completed our #KidneyHealthChecker. Why not kick off 2025 by taking five minutes to check your risk? www.kidneycareuk.org/KidneyHealthChecker Please note: there is no benefit to completing the Kidney Health Checker if you already have a diagnosis of kidney disease.

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We recently spoke to the media about our #BloodyAmazingKidneys campaign & why its so important to check your risk of developing kidney disease. You can read the @the-independent.com article here: www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/peop...

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(1/3)❗Our offices are now closed, and will re-open again at 9am on Thursday 2 January 2025. If you need support during the Christmas period, you can find lots of helpful information on our website - kidneycareuk.org

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🍲 With wintery weather set to affect many of us soon, get meal planning with our #KidneyKitchen soups and stews recipes. From traditional leek & potato soup to flavour packed Thai & North African dishes - you have lots to choose from! #KidneyFriendly recipes here: kidneycareuk.org/get-support/...

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The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence has recommended a new treatment called Vadadustat as an option for treating anaemia caused by chronic kidney disease in adults on dialysis. You can find out more about this here: kidneycareuk.org/news-from-ki...

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🏥 This is another step on an important journey, thanks to the bravery of Ms Looney, and one that gives hope to the thousands of people in the UK who are waiting for a #KidneyTransplant. Read the news article here: eu.usatoday.com/story/news/h... (1/4)

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