Archive for April 2021
Kirsten runs 100 minutes a day for our Captain Tom Challenge
Kirsten runs 100 minutes a day for our Captain Tom Challenge 30 April 2021 Critical care nurse Kirsten Smart ran for 100 minutes every day this week to raise money for research for our Captain Tom 100 challenge. “Captain Tom stepped up to help, taking on his famous walk to support the NHS Covid-19 appeal…
Read MoreAndrew lives life to the full to honour his kidney donor
Andrew lives life to the full to honour his kidney donor 23 April 2021 A British Transplant Games competitor makes sure every day counts as a mark of respect to the young man who saved his life. Andrew Dorrian’s health transformed after he had a kidney transplant. His donor was a 26-year-old who sadly died…
Read MoreLivestream your talents and challenges to raise funds!
Livestream your talents and challenges to raise funds! 16 April 2021 A kidney patient who has raised thousands of pounds for life-saving research is encouraging others to consider live streaming as a way to support Kidney Research UK while sharing talents, hobby, skills or events. Leanne, 37, of Glasgow has raised almost £6,000 for the…
Read MoreOur research progress in action
Our research progress in action 12 April 2021 Before the pandemic took hold, we funded some exciting research grants. This work continues, as our scientists work hard to stop kidney disease destroying lives. See examples of our work in action below. Can kidney cells switch roles and does this process go wrong in kidney disease?…
Read MoreCycling on dialysis improves heart health
Cycling on dialysis improves heart health 08 April 2021 Researchers at the University of Leicester have discovered that cycling at moderate intensity for just 30 minutes during dialysis could transform the heart health of patients with kidney failure. Sponsored by the University of Leicester and supported by both Kidney Research UK and the National Institute…
Read MorePodcast series shines magic spotlight on transplants and sport
Podcast series shines magic spotlight on transplants and sport 06 April 2021 The grandson of the late Paul Daniels is creating some magic of his own through a podcast looking at the lighter side of life and also delving into the struggles of people living with kidney disease. Lewis with his grandad Paul and dad martin Cricket fan Lewis Daniels, who is on his second innings thanks to a kidney…
Read MoreAn update on funding research from Sandra Currie
An update on funding research from Sandra Currie 01 April 2021 The past year has been a challenging one but thanks to your support we are ending our financial year in a positive and stable position. In her Easter message, our chief executive Sandra explains how we are beginning to fund new research once again.…
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