Archive for June 2017
NICE decision on secondary hyperparathyroidism boosts patient choice
Following input from Kidney Research UK’s patient survey, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has today published guidance recommending etelcalcetide as an option for treating secondary hyperparathyroidism in adults with chronic kidney disease on haemodialysis.
Read MoreMeet Ben Caplin – growing up into a scientist
Dr Ben Caplin is a research scientist based at UCL Medical School in London. Currently funded by Kidney Research UK, Ben and his team are working on a first-of-its-kind project examining DNA in the arteries of people with kidney disease to try to find out why kidney disease causes heart problems.
Read MoreLaunch of unique kidney biobank
Kidney Research UK has launched the first kidney biobank covering England, Scotland and Wales.
Read MoreMeet our office volunteer, Richard
Richard is a long-term volunteer and leads our work in selling pre-loved items on eBay. He loves doing his bit to make a difference to our fundraising.
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