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How to Help
Everyone can make a difference – here’s how you can support kidney patients and their families.
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Give your time and skills to support our events, patient services, and awareness campaigns. Every volunteer plays a vital role in making a positive impact.
Fundraising
Organize or join fundraising events in your community – from charity walks to local initiatives. Your efforts help raise essential funds for patient support and organ donation awareness.
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Become a member of the Irish Kidney Association and be part of a nationwide network working for better patient care and stronger advocacy.
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Make a one-time or recurring donation to directly support patients and life-saving organ donation initiatives. Every contribution counts.
about us
who we are
For over 40 years, the Irish Kidney Association has stood beside kidney patients and their families, offering care, guidance, and community. We are a national charity driven by compassion and committed to improving the quality of life for everyone affected by kidney disease.
Our mission is to be the voice of kidney patients in Ireland — providing vital support services, promoting the life-saving gift of organ donation, and ensuring that every patient and family has access to the hope and help they deserve.
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Medications
People with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) will
find themselves on a variety of medications.
Dietary Advice For Kidney Patients
Dietary treatment is an important aspect of care for all patients with kidney disease. It is necessary to meet with your dietician to discuss individual needs for your renal diet.
Diagnostic Testing for Kidney Disease
Diagnostic tests are used by doctors in order to better assess your health situation. These tests can be used to help establish your initial diagnosis, assess the effectiveness of the treatment you are receiving and/or detect potential complications.
