Kidney Care UK response to latest research on pig organ transplants
The most genetically modified animals in existence have been created to help end a shortage of organs for transplant, say US researchers.
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Jumping out of planes for a great cause!
How Harlow Dialysis Unit East and North Hertfordshire Trust raised funds for Kidney Care UK
Kidney Care UK warning regarding organ matching websites
Kidney patients urged to avoid websites claiming to be able to provide transplants
British Transplant Games - the results!
Check out the latest update from the teams we funded to take part in this years' event
Kidney Care UK response to NICE Quality Standard
Today the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) published a final standard which aims to improve the assessment and management of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in adults.
Surgery’s ‘Walk for Amy’ raises over £1,100 for kidney patient care
In May, more than 50 people associated with The Wilson Practice in Alton, put their best feet forward for a five mile sponsored walk to raise money for kidney patient care.
2017 British Transplant Games due to start this week
The games take place in Scotland this year and run from Thursday 27 to Sunday 30 of July
Organ Donor Week Reception: Invite your Member of Parliament
On Wednesday afternoon 6th September 2017 we will be holding a reception in the House of Commons and we would like you and your MP to come along.
2016/17 Organ Donation and Transplant Activity Report
NHS Blood and Transplant have released their annual Organ Donation and Transplant Activity Report
Great Britain and Northern Ireland Transplant strike gold (silver and bronze) at the World Transplant Games
The World Transplant Games are an international multi-sport event, occurring every two years, organized by the World Transplant Games Federation
Advice for kidney patients during heatwave
Read our guidance on keeping hydrated