PIP and ESA benefits enquiry
We will be responding to this parliamentary enquiry into why there are so many appeals against decisions on benefits and we need your help.
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NICE publish new end of life care guideline
This guideline covers organising and delivering end of life care services, which provide care and support in the final weeks and months of life (or for some conditions, years), and the planning and preparation for this.
Kernow CCG further update
There has been a further update from regarding transport cuts for kidney patients in Cornwall.
Impact of Brexit on kidney patients
We’re working with the Brexit Healthcare Alliance to highlight the impact that Brexit may have on patients in the UK.
Our response to NICE Immunosuppressive therapy for kidney transplant in adults guidance
The NICE guidelines were published today, 11 October.
Government to introduce opt-out system for organ donation
Theresa May announces plans at the Conservative Party Conference
Kernow CCG delays transport cuts
Pressure from Kidney Care UK, patients, MPs and hospital staff has meant Kernow CCG are now delaying transport cuts till the end of October
Transport funding for kidney patients in Cornwall to be cut
Funding for transport to be cut for kidney patients in Cornwall – many will be unable to afford to go to their dialysis treatment.
Organ Donation Week Reception
Between 4-10 September, NHS Blood and Transplant, hospitals, charities and supporters of organ donation will be encouraging people across the UK to talk about organ donation with their families.
Organ Donation event at Westminster
Today we go to Westminster to talk about transplantation and how life transforming organ donation is.
Organ Donation Week - opt-in or opt-out?
Should England follow Scotland and Wales in moving to an opt-out system of organ donation?