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Kent Kidney Patients Assoc (KKPA)

@AssocKent

Supporting Patients (& their Families/Carers & Friends) registered at #EKHUFT💙 Renal Units in #Ashford #Canterbury #Dover #Maidstone #Margate & #Medway

 Kent, UK
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Joined October 2019
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Karen@Jenkins10Karen22 Sep 2022
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@AssocKent @annukrenal @ANNUKHomeHD
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social (@kidneycareuk) profile pictureKidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social@kidneycareuk21 Sep 2022
Did you know about our new benefits calculator? This online tool is free, and any information you provide is anonymous kidneycareuk.entitledto.co.u… #KidneyCostOfLiving
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social@kidneycareuk9 Jul 2022
2/2 💬 ...In this heat it's important to remember that you are likely to sweat more so you can drink a bit more, and you can use ice cubes and ice lollies to ensure you stay hydrated" More info on this can be found here: kidneycareuk.org/news-and-ca… #CKDSupport #KidneyStrong #CKD
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Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social@kidneycareuk9 Jul 2022
1/2 💬 Fiona Loud, Policy Director at Kidney Care UK, says: “If you are on dialysis you are likely to be on fluid restrictions, and only allowed an average of around 500ml (or two glasses of water) per day...
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sandra currie@cranford596 Jul 2022
It was a privilege to join @NKF_UK for their reception, we heard 4 compelling patient stories and a strong proposition to increase the choice for home based therapies good to catch up with @Lawrence_Keogh @queenofdialysis @andreabrown, in person and be planning some next steps. – at Camden Town, London
Alison Railton - This account is no longer active. (@AlisonRailton) profile pictureAlison Railton - This account is no longer active.@AlisonRailton6 Jul 2022
Good luck to all the kidney patients and charity staff (including @cranford59) heading to Parliament today for this reception. It's so important to raise awareness of #KidneyDisease and campaign for better care and more research into this brutal condition
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National Kidney Federation@NKF_UK6 Jul 2022
The NKF team have arrived in #London for the Parliamentary Reception event! We can’t wait to welcome attendees to the event from 2pm #SupportingKidneyPatients
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Fiona Loud 💙@FionaCLoud6 Jul 2022
Off to Parliament to NKF reception to talk #HomeDialysis Read about the #CostOfLiving problems here kidneycareuk.org/get-support…
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Maddy Warren@queenofdialysis6 Jul 2022
On my way to Parliament to speak @NKF_UK’s event about the human, clinical and financial imperative to increase access to #homedialysis for all those who wish to do it. Interesting day to be going to Westminster 😵‍💫
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Transplant Active & British Transplant Games@TActive_BTG3 Sep 2021
In support of Organ Donation Week from the 18th - 26th September by joining the Virtual Donor Run. We're asking people to run/walk a distance of their choice to honour all donors and their families. Sign up using the link below myraceentries.co.uk/vdr/Entr…
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WSH BME Kidney Network@wshbmekidneys1 May 2021
We are having a session talking about "coming out of lockdown safely" with an kidney disease and transplant expert, Dr. Rachel Middleton. Pls RT so people who need this advice can attend. Link: bit.ly/comingoutoflockdown4
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WSH BME Kidney Network@wshbmekidneys7 Apr 2021
I dedicate this award to my #DonorFamily for giving me a #SecondChanceAtLife, my family, for not giving up hope & their support, my friend, Onyebuchi for coming forward to be my Donor, to the #BMECommunity for their love &support. Register Now #OrganDonation & #KeepThemCertain
Hilaria Asumu (@AsumuHilaria) profile pictureHilaria Asumu@AsumuHilaria7 Apr 2021
Another pleasant surprise on my doorstep today. See what came in the post! I am so humbled by this award, I had to share because it's not just about me but everyone who has supported and encouraged me throughout this journey.
Highly commended volunteer award certificate to Hilaria Asumu

ALT Highly commended volunteer award certificate to Hilaria Asumu

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The Holland sea of flowers in full bloom. Over 30 million tulips.
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Karen@Jenkins10Karen21 Feb 2021
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BritishRenalSociety (@BritRenalSoc) profile pictureBritishRenalSociety@BritRenalSoc19 Feb 2021
Fancy a relaxing 30 mins (or a way to entertain kids!)? Download our #WorldKidneyDay colouring pack. Once you're done, stick them on your window or share on social media to help spread awareness about kidney disease. Download here > worldkidneyday.co.uk/get-inv… #KidneysMatter
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Transplant Active & British Transplant Games@TActive_BTG9 Feb 2021
Fantastic new campaign from @NHSOrganDonor @NHSBT 👏🏼
NHS Organ Donation 💗🫀🫁 (@NHSOrganDonor) profile pictureNHS Organ Donation 💗🫀🫁@NHSOrganDonor8 Feb 2021
Whatever your organ donation decision, it’s important to talk with your loved ones to give them the certainty they need to support it. bit.ly/39YJb3S #LeaveThemCertain
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Maddy Warren@queenofdialysis17 Feb 2021
Achieved a new PB this morning 😁 I find nocturnal #dialysis so gentle that I can train as soon as I get off the machine 🙌 #sumodeadlift #haemodialysis #homedialysis #exercise @GREXercise @beam_kidney
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Kidney Beam@kidneybeam_16 Feb 2021
There are many questions in the kidney community about the COVID-19 vaccine. Jules, from the Renal Rehab Team, has collated a list of resources from experts at @RenalAssoc @BritRenalSoc & @kidneycareuk. Always ask your renal team if you need more advice. ow.ly/RcuL50DAzfU
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Nephrology Journal Club@NephJC15 Feb 2021
World Kidney Day Chat nephjc.com/news/2021/2/15/wo… – at New York, USA

World Kidney Day Chat — NephJC

world kidney day, wkd, kidney disease, ckd, living well

nephjc.com
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World Kidney Day
@worldkidneyday16 Feb 2021
When on #dialysis, some changes in a woman's body make it hard to become #pregnant. For example, most women on dialysis have anemia and hormone changes which may keep them from having regular menstrual periods. Read more ➡️ow.ly/b3iB50DyDuR #WorldKidneyDay
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Share Your Wishes@share_wishes15 Feb 2021
Euan is 27 & was diagnosed with #DilatedCardiomyopathy at 14 years old. He gradually got weaker & was the first child in the UK to be put onto LVAD life support. Euan received a #HeartTransplant in 2007 & a #KidneyTransplant in 2020 & shares his story ❤ facebook.com/308381019644605…
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ACLT Charity@acltcharity3 Feb 2021
Date for your diary: Tuesday 9th February at 5pm. A panel of experts will be addressing fact, fiction & opinion on Covid-19. This session has a particular focus on key questions asked by people from the BAME community. Book your place today: kidneycareuk.org/news-and-ca…
Kidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social (@kidneycareuk) profile pictureKidney Care UK @kidneycareuk.bsky.social@kidneycareuk3 Feb 2021
On Tuesday 9 February a panel of experts will be addressing fact, fiction & opinion as part of our latest webinar on Covid-19. This session has a particular focus on key questions asked by people from the BAME community. Book your place today: kidneycareuk.org/news-and-ca…
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Share Your Wishes@share_wishes4 Feb 2021
Are you a #kidney patient who would like to find out more about exciting research and how to get involved in it? Our supporters @Kidney_Research have a brilliant closed Facebook group called 'Kidney Voices for Research'. Find out how to join here ⬇️ kidneyresearchuk.org/researc… 💜
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