Kidney Health Australia

Recently, 10-year-old kidney kid Harrison had the incredible opportunity to meet Australian cricketer and Kidney Health Australia ambassador, Cameron Green and share his own journey with chronic kidney disease. Harrison's family are passionate cricket fans, so when they learned that Cam would be hosting a meet-and-greet at a local cricket store, they saw it as the perfect chance for a fun family outing. Harrison, along with his two brothers and their mum, were excited to meet their cricket idol. However, for Harrison, the experience held a deeper meaning. He wasn’t just there to meet a sports hero; he was there because he knew that Cam, like him, lives with chronic kidney disease. Proudly wearing his Kidney Health Australia t-shirt, Harrison stood in line, and when it was his turn, Cam noticed the shirt and asked if he had kidney disease. It was a moment of connection between two people who share similar experiences. Though Harrison is naturally reserved and a bit shy around his idol, his mum stepped in to express her gratitude. She thanked Cameron for openly sharing his story and for helping children with chronic kidney disease feel seen, supported, and less alone in their journey.

We're excited to collaborate with Wolper Jewish Hospital for their upcoming #wellbeing seminar on “Chronic Kidney Disease - How to keep your kidneys working better for longer”. 📅 Wednesday 5th March ⏰7:30pm AEDT Register here to attend: https://lnkd.in/dvcGhi7r Kelly Lambert Ivor Katz Prof Itamar levinger

Need some inspiration for a fundraiser? Meet Adam 🧔♂️ he is shaving his beard off at Eastern Park Bowls Club in Geelong this Saturday to raise funds and awareness for Aussies impacted by kidney disease. "I could of shaved my beard off and all would be good in my life, however what a better way to shave it off and fundraise for a worthy cause which has affected my family and friends and raise awareness in the community." Adam's father-in-law, Ken, passed away in 2012 after being on dialysis for over 5 years. Adam cherishes the memories of Sunday mornings spent with Ken, sharing coffee, scones, and family time. Violet was born with polycystic kidney disease and undergoes peritoneal dialysis every night as she waits for a kidney transplant. Jim received a kidney transplant just over nine years ago after living with kidney disease and diabetes for nearly 30 years. Head down to support on the day, or make a donation to Adam's fundraiser here: https://lnkd.in/gSRApTra

There’s no Monday-itis when baby Charlie is visiting the office! As a certified Great Place to Work we’re not only a dog-friendly office, but wombat-friendly too 😊

“Are you going away these holidays?” For most, it’s a standard question over Summer. For a person on dialysis, it’s like asking if they’re going to the moon. For Elle and Ash, it cuts deep. They loved to travel. And like most parents they do everything they can to give their 5-year-old son Arthur a regular childhood. But kidney disease took away their chance to take holidays. Just as it took away their freedom and their chance at a normal life. With Ash needing life-saving dialysis for four hours a day, three days a week, they could never go far. But that changed when they found out about the Big Red Kidney Bus. Thanks to the kindness of supporters, Arthur’s dad Ash could get lifesaving dialysis, Mum Elle didn’t have to assist with dialysis and could just relax and Arthur could splash in the pool, ride his bike and make precious memories. And that’s why the Big Red Kidney Buses are one of the most important and direct ways you can help families impacted by kidney failure. All dialysis sessions on the Bus are free of charge and there is no limitation on the number of sessions that can be booked! Your support helps fund the Big Red Kidney Bus Program so more people on dialysis can do the things they love with the people they love. Afterall, isn’t that what life is all about? Make a difference and donate here: https://lnkd.in/e7YJUfsw

Great posts Kidney Health Australia and Chris Forbes Groundbreaking surgery is spot on Chris, and it’s life changing for the recipient. Having a kidney transplant was my “lucky break”! Eighteen years and still going, touch wood… I am humbled by the opportunity to contribute my lived experience to Kidney Health Australia through my role as a Director. Such great momentum right now through the outstanding work of the Executive team and staff. A perspective on my fortunate life as a kidney transplant recipient here: https://lnkd.in/gDqVVCxn

Today marks 60 years since the first successful #kidneytransplant from a living donor in Australia.   33-year-old Peter Tirimacco had been suffering from kidney disease, which eventually led to his two diseased kidneys being removed.   His father-in-law, Domenic Centofanti, was found to be a suitable match. On February 21 1965, Peter received Domenic's kidney in an Australian-first procedure at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in South Australia.   The kidney lasted for 11 years, enabling Peter to discontinue his dialysis treatment, return to full-time work, and see his family grow up.   This was a significant step forward in the treatment of kidney disease, with more than 4,300 people in Australia now living with functioning kidney transplants from living donors (ANZDATA, 2023).   It was the courage and perseverance of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital team that saved Peter's life, and saved him from 11 years of confining dialysis treatment.   Improving access to living transplants is a crucial component of our bold aspiration to #EndDialysisby2050.   We want to ensure more people living with kidney failure, just like Peter, can access living transplants and enjoy a higher quality of life, free of invasive treatments.   Looking toward 2050, we hope to see even more innovation in the kidney transplant space.   To support our aspiration and help us reach our goal, visit https://bit.ly/3VJWSuN.   #jointhekidneyrevolution

Honored to attend the National Indigenous Kidney Transplant Taskforce Gathering in Adelaide this week. As an Ally, we are committed to equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people's. To End Dialysis by 2050, we must drive more transplants and have more First Nation peoples waitlisted to receive a kidney transplant. Kidney Health Australia Breonny Robson

If you've ever called our free Kidney Helpline, there's a good chance our Kidney Health Australia volunteer Linda would have been on the other end. For the past eight years, retired renal nurse Linda has volunteered with us, working on the Helpline and lending a hand wherever she could. After stepping back from nursing 10 years ago, Linda saw volunteering with Kidney Health Australia as a good way to give back to the community and remain involved. "Most of my life, I've been involved in one way and another in self help and peer support organisations," she said. "Kidney Health Australia really gave me the opportunity to continue to be involved, which has been fantastic." Last week, Linda decided it was time to hang up the headset so she can enjoy her retirement to the fullest and spend more time with her grandkids. Linda said she has always been made to "feel part of the team" throughout her time as a volunteer. "Everyone has treated me as a colleague," she said. "My contributions have always been valued. Kidney Health Australia has been a wonderful environment to be a volunteer in, because they are so welcoming, supportive and friendly." From the team at Kidney Health Australia and our kidney community, thank you Linda for your many years of service! We are wishing you a very happy retirement. Our #volunteers make the lifechanging work we do possible. We rely on your generosity and your time to better promote kidney health through education, peer support, advocacy and fundraising. If you are a retired or semi-retired renal health professional and interested in filling Linda’s spot, please contact us at 1800 454 363 (option 5) or email volunteering@kidney.org.au

I'll be speaking at PKD Australia's upcoming webinar “Navigating Dialysis with PKD: Options, Tips and Support” on the practical aspects of dialysis for those living with polycystic kidney disease. Details and registration info below 👇 🗓️ Date: Tuesday, 4th March 2025 ⏰ Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm (AEDT - SYD, MEL)          6:30pm - 7:30pm (ACDT - ADL)          6:00pm - 7:00pm (AEST - BNE)          4:00pm - 5:00pm (AWST - PER) Register here: https://lnkd.in/gQArurDi