Kidney disease affects different people in different ways, both physically and emotionally. It can impact on many aspects of life, including personal relationships, jobs and social life.

Kidney Kitchen: eat well to feel well

Explore a huge selection of tasty, kidney friendly recipes the whole family will enjoy, developed and approved by renal dietitians.

Physical health

Exercise helps to keep your body healthy and strong, and improve wellbeing.

Mental Health

Looking after your mental health and wellbeing is just as important as keeping physically healthy.

Pregnancy and sexual health

CKD can affect your sexual health and have an impact on you when pregnant.

Benefits

Help and information when applying for benefits.

Employment Rights

Having a long-term condition can affect many areas of your life, including your work.

Guidance on medical travel insurance

Getting a quote for travel insurance can be challenging if you have health issues like kidney disease.

Travelling with kidney disease

Everything you need to know to plan worry-free time away from home if you're living with CKD, including advice about UK breaks, international travel, medical travel insurance and Kidney Care UK holiday grants.

Planning a holiday in the UK and abroad

Advocacy Officers

If you're looking for advice and support our advocacy officers are here to help. They can offer guidance on benefits queries, treatment choices and patient transport.

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Living with kidney disease