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Father And Son Mark 10th Anniversary Of Life-saving Kidney Transplant With Fundraiser For Support Centre
As Father’s Day approaches, a Co. Monaghan father and son are celebrating a milestone that means more to them than most. A decade after donating a kidney to his son Mark, Paul Conlon successfully nominated the Irish Kidney Association (IKA)…
Donegal Duo Cycling 567km from Malin to Mizen and Back Again for Charity
Donegal Duo Cycling 567km from Malin to Mizen and Back Again for Charity Two Donegal men set out today on their gruelling six-day cycling challenge from Malin Head to Mizen Head, and back again, in support of organ donor awareness,…
A Movement of Hope – 100+ Women Unite for IKA in VHI Marathon
A Movement of Hope – 100+ Women Unite for IKA in VHI Marathon More than 100 women from 22 counties will proudly represent the Irish Kidney Association (IKA) in this year’s VHI Women’s Mini Marathon on Sunday, May 31st. This…
Mullingar Woman Honours Sister Nicola’s Legacy During Organ Donor Awareness Week
Mullingar Woman Honours Sister Nicola’s Legacy During Organ Donor Awareness Week A Mullingar woman is sharing the story of her sister’s organ donation legacy during Organ Donor Awareness Week, hoping it encourages families to speak openly about their wishes and…
Irish Kidney Association Calls for Urgent Action as Organ Donation Falls to Lowest Level in Five Years
Irish Kidney Association Calls for Urgent Action as Organ Donation Falls to Lowest Level in Five Years The Irish Kidney Association (IKA) today launched Organ Donor Awareness Week 2026 at the Mansion House in Dublin, where it raised concerns about…
Organ Donor Awareness Week Shines a Green Spotlight on Family Conversations
Organ Donor Awareness Week Shines a Green Spotlight on Family Conversations Organ Donor Awareness Week 2026 will take place from May 16th to 23rd, encouraging people across Ireland to share their wishes about organ donation with their families. The annual…
IKA Encourages You To Take Charge Of Your Kidneys
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.