Kidney Care UK is PIF TICK accredited

Kidney Care UK has been awarded the PIF TICK, the UK-wide quality mark for trustworthy health information. We're proud to be a part of it.

Kidney Care UK is PIF TICK accredited

Why is the PIF TICK important?

We produce high quality health information to support people affected by kidney disease and kidney conditions. The PIF TICK recognises this quality. We want you to feel confident you can trust our health information.

How did Kidney Care UK get PIF TICK accredited?

We went through a detailed application process run by the Patient Information Forum to be formally recognised as a trusted information creator.

We have annual assessments to make sure that all of our resources are up-to-date, evidence-based and produced to the best possible standard.

Our aim is for everyone to have access to personalised health information to enable them to make informed decisions about their health, wellbeing and care.

With so much information online it can be difficult to know what to trust. Gaining the PIF TICK shows we have a strong process for developing our resources. This quality mark is a quick and easy way for people to be assured our information is reliable and trustworthy.
Laurie Cuthbert, Director of Fundraising, Marketing & Communications at Kidney Care UK

How is Kidney Care UK's patient information created?

We create the best possible health information by following a consistent and documented process:

  1. Our information responds to a clear need.
  2. We use up-to-date, reliable evidence.
  3. We work with patients and health professionals to develop the information.
  4. We produce resources that are as clear and easy to use as possible to meet literacy, language and accessibility needs.
  5. We make our information easy for people to find and to use.
  6. We make it easy for users to give feedback on our information resources.
  7. We promote our patient information so it can reach those who need it.
  8. We work to understand and measure the impact of our resources.

Is Kidney Care UK's patient information created by healthcare professionals?

Our patient information booklets are produced in partnership with the UK Kidney Association (UKKA), the leading professional body for the UK kidney community. UKKA members work in clinical renal care, treating and caring for people with kidney disease, in kidney-focused research, or in related sciences and fields.

Patient Information booklets on a table

What resources does the PIF TICK apply to?

We currently have accreditation for online and print resources including our printed information booklets, Easy Read titles, rare renal patient information and tests and diagnosis resources.

Where can I find more information?

Full details of the PIF TICK scheme can be found on the Patient Information Forum website.