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Give a Kidney

@giveakidney

Give a Kidney is a UK charity dedicated to raising awareness of non-directed kidney donation, the giving of a kidney to a stranger who needs one #shareyourspare

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Did you know that donating one of your kidneys can 'unlock' up to three life-changing kidney transplants across the UK? Learn more about the UK Living Kidney Sharing Scheme and the benefits of living kidney donation by visiting our website. donateakidney.co.uk/living-kidney-…

Did you know that donating one of your kidneys can 'unlock' up to three life-changing kidney transplants across the UK?

Learn more about the UK Living Kidney Sharing Scheme and the benefits of living kidney donation by visiting our website.
donateakidney.co.uk/living-kidney-…
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We think Sarah is great too - she completed a triathlon to raise funds for our small charity a year after donating a kidney to a stranger. If you have any questions about living donation visit Make Your Mark website, they'll be able to support you. #kidneydonation

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Question of the month: 'Am I able to claim any income or expenses if I donate my kidney to a stranger?' Short answer is here 👇but find out more on NHS Blood+Transplant website: bit.ly/487SF8J #kidneydonation #kidneytransplant

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One of the questions Deborah Pritchard, Head of Transplantation Services Welsh Blood 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 is often asked is "why cannot I donate my kidney to anybody"? Find out the answer to this & other questions in our 'Making a Match' webinar: youtu.be/MNRFH7PNLOU #kidneydonation

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Did you know? - Living kidney donations are common and safe - Over 6,000 people are currently waiting for a kidney transplant in the UK. - Few lifestyle changes are needed after donating a kidney. Discover more facts about living kidney donation: donateakidney.co.uk/living-kidney-…

Did you know?

- Living kidney donations are common and safe
- Over 6,000 people are currently waiting for a kidney transplant in the UK.
- Few lifestyle changes are needed after donating a kidney.

Discover more facts about living kidney donation: donateakidney.co.uk/living-kidney-…
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Juliette was aware of living kidney donation, and knew when the right time came to put herself forward for donation. Read more about Juliette's journey on the Make Your Mark website: donateakidney.co.uk/stories/juliet…

Juliette was aware of living kidney donation, and knew when the right time came to put herself forward for donation. 

Read more about Juliette's journey on the Make Your Mark website: donateakidney.co.uk/stories/juliet…
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Marsha lost three stone in weight in order to donate a kidney to a stranger & describes her donation as “a truly amazing experience”. Read her story, and others', on our website: giveakidney.org/2024/personal-… #shareyourspare #kidneydonation

Marsha lost three stone in weight in order to donate a kidney to a stranger & describes her donation as “a truly amazing experience”. 

Read her story, and others', on our website: giveakidney.org/2024/personal-… #shareyourspare #kidneydonation
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Did you know that donating a kidney to a stranger can 'unlock' up to three life-changing kidney transplants across the UK? Learn more about the UK Living Kidney Sharing Scheme and the benefits of living kidney donation by visiting our website. donateakidney.co.uk/living-kidney-…

Did you know that donating a kidney to a stranger can 'unlock' up to three life-changing kidney transplants across the UK?

Learn more about the UK Living Kidney Sharing Scheme and the benefits of living kidney donation by visiting our website.
donateakidney.co.uk/living-kidney-…
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The UK has opted out Organ Donation but it is still vital you discuss your decision with your family as their consent will always be asked for. Think about it and talk about it. #OrganDonation #OptOutSystem #MakeYourDecision #SaveLives

The UK has opted out Organ Donation but it is still vital you discuss your decision with your
family as their consent will always be asked for. Think about it and talk about it.
#OrganDonation #OptOutSystem #MakeYourDecision #SaveLives
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#OrganDonationWeek is coming soon! This year we’re celebrating 30 years of the NHS Organ Donor Register, with almost 60,000 lives saved since it was created in 1994. Find out more: orlo.uk/FGnXm

#OrganDonationWeek is coming soon!

This year we’re celebrating 30 years of the NHS Organ Donor Register, with almost 60,000 lives saved since it was created in 1994. 

Find out more: orlo.uk/FGnXm
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David has helped promote awareness of non-directed kidney donation for many years and was an early Trustee of our charity. Thank you for continuing to share your story, David 👏

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"If I had more kidneys to give, I'd be donating them to anyone who needed one." Read James and Claire's inspiring journey in full by visiting our website: donateakidney.co.uk/stories/james-…

"If I had more kidneys to give, I'd be donating them to anyone who needed one."

Read James and Claire's inspiring journey in full by visiting our website: donateakidney.co.uk/stories/james-…
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Question of the month - will I have to refrain from playing sports if I donate a kidney to a stranger? Find out 👇or visit Make Your Mark website where they have the answers to more FAQs and a friendly team who are happy to answer your questions around living kidney donation.

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Many people want to know if they can still drink alcohol after donating a kidney and living with just one kidney. Read our latest article which answers the top questions about how alcohol can affect your kidney after donation. donateakidney.co.uk/living-kidney-…

Many people want to know if they can still drink alcohol after donating a kidney and living with just one kidney. 

Read our latest article which answers the top questions about how alcohol can affect your kidney after donation. 

donateakidney.co.uk/living-kidney-…
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🌟 Susan gets 2nd Kidney Transplant at 80! 🌟 Diagnosed with PKD, she had her first kidney transplant at 57, which lasted an impressive 20 years! On June 14th, just before her 80th birthday, she received her second transplant at University Hospital Wales, Cardiff - showing that

🌟 Susan gets 2nd Kidney Transplant at 80! 🌟

Diagnosed with PKD, she had her first kidney transplant at 57, which lasted an impressive 20 years!

On June 14th, just before her 80th birthday, she received her second transplant at University Hospital Wales, Cardiff - showing that
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On #InternationalDayOfCharity we'd like to remind everyone of the main objectives of our charity 👇 #shareyourspare #InternationalCharityDay

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Prafula had no hesitation in putting herself forward as a living kidney donor for her niece Shakti 💜 Prafula was able to donate via the Kidney Sharing Scheme and is now determined to raise awareness. Visit our website to read Prafula's story in full: donateakidney.co.uk/stories/praful…

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Have you donated a kidney? We'd love to share an content on top tips that helped you pre & post kidney donation. These suggestions may be things that your medical team suggested or things you discovered yourself that personally helped. DM us or email: [email protected]