A mother’s fight: Overcoming kidney disease for her child and herself
Rebecca Nayiga Kirima, from Uganda, was diagnosed with kidney disease during pregnancy, facing life-threatening risks. After giving birth prematurely and starting dialysis, she spent years searching for a donor. A successful transplant in Turkey, made possible through a crossmatch, gave her a second chance at life. Now, she advocates for kidney health through her foundation […]
A Team Through It All: Overcoming Kidney Failure with Resilience, Love and Family
Lyndsey Lamb shares her personal journey with CKD caused by IgA nephropathy, which led to a rapid health decline and dialysis in 2023. Facing immense challenges, her husband, Stephen, a US Marine, selflessly participated in a kidney voucher exchange program to enable her life-saving transplant in February 2024. Now fully recovered, Lyndsey reflects on resilience, […]
From Misdiagnosis to Hope: A journey through CKD and life changing transplant
Maria Seijas, from Argentina, shares her lifelong journey with CKD, initially misdiagnosed as an autoimmune condition. A genetic test later revealed nail-patella syndrome as the cause. After years of ineffective treatments, her father’s kidney donation in 2020 transformed her life. She highlights the importance of accurate diagnoses while expressing deep gratitude to the healthcare professionals […]
A Milestone of Hope: Bruno’s Life on Hemodialysis
Bruno Palmieri, a 57-year-old patient at San Donato Hospital, Italy, has been on hemodialysis for an extraordinary 45 years, achieving a unique milestone in the country. Starting treatment at just 11 years old, he has lived a full and active life, thanks to his commitment and the exceptional care provided by his medical team. Although […]
A Mountain of Kidney Health”: together with the Italian Kidney Foundation to understand, prevent and detect early Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Last September 29th, the Italian Kidney Foundation (FIR) dedicated an entire day to the knowledge, prevention and early treatment/detection of CKD. The event took place in the main square of Leonessa, a small medieval mountain village in central Italy. Professor Alessandro Balducci, President-elect 2024-26 of the International Federation of Kidney Foundations – World Kidney Alliance […]
The Kidney Project’s vision for the future of kidney treatment
The team at The Kidney Project is working to revolutionize kidney failure treatment by developing an implantable bioartificial kidney. Frustrated by the limits of dialysis and transplants, they harness nanotechnology and tissue engineering to create a self-regulating, surgically implanted alternative. Early animal studies show promising results, and the team is hopeful for future human trials. […]
The Emotional and Physical Toll of CKD: From Denial to Rebirth
Aja Best, from the US, shares her journey with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), starting with a diagnosis of IgA nephropathy following a high-risk pregnancy. After a period of denial, she began dialysis in 2018 while actively seeking a transplant. Despite setbacks, she received a life-saving transplant in 2020 after 44 potential donors were evaluated. Now […]
SnapBack2Lyfe: Two Women’s Podcast On Navigating Kidney Disease
Kayla, 22, and Maya, 27, turned their personal battles with kidney failure and dialysis into a powerful platform for support. After facing limited resources and connection during their own journeys, they joined forces to create SnapBack2Lyfe, a podcast dedicated to empowering young adults navigating similar challenges. Through conversations and shared experiences, they offer hope, practical […]
Kidney Health for All: Ensuring Equitable Care Amidst Global Challenges
Global conflicts and poverty pose significant threats to kidney health, limiting access to vital care and medications. In this blog post, Dr. Darryl Virgiawan Tanod, Medical Doctor at PKU Muhammadiyah Islamic Hospital, Palangkaraya, Indonesia, and World Kidney Day Champion, highlights these challenges and explores practical solutions to ensure everyone receives the kidney care they need. […]
Navigating Henoch-Schönlein Purpura And Embracing Life After Kidney Transplant
Dr Lajja Sutaria, from India, spent much of her life battling an autoimmune disease called Henoch-Schönlein purpura. She was just 17 when the first symptoms appeared, marking the beginning of a 17- year struggle with the disease. Today, after receiving a kidney transplant, she has a new lease on life. In her testimony, Dr Lajja […]
