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Out of the Ordinary

Living kidney donation is an out of the ordinary act done by ordinary people like Charlotte. Our downloadable guide provides everything you need to know about donating a kidney.

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Donate a kidney.

Six people die each week waiting for a kidney. Most of us are born with two kidneys, but we only need one to lead a healthy life. A living kidney donation is the best current treatment option for most people who need a transplant.

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About us

This website has been launched by Kidney Research UK, the country’s leading kidney research charity, and Give a Kidney, a charity devoted to living kidney donation, to raise awareness of living kidney donation and help more people understand what it means to be a living kidney donor.

Make Your Mark has been made possible thanks to businessman and philanthropist Dr David Dangoor CBE, who has personal experience of living kidney donation.

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UK Kidney Donation Stories

Sanjiv’s story
"Once the idea of donating a kidney had got into my head, that was it."
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Ruby’s Story
My donor gave me a life to live for. I have done things I had never considered doing whilst on dialysis.
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Living kidney recipient Ruby in a wedding dress on her wedding day
Daisy-May’s Story
Sheldon & Hayley watched their daughter Daisy-May go from a shock diagnosis of kidney failure to dialysis, then transplant, in an emotional rollercoaster lasting 16 months.
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Prafula’s Story
"Within both the Jain and Hindu faiths benevolence to others is supposed to be a key principle. What could be a greater act of benevolence than transforming someone’s life by giving them part of yourself?"
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Living kidney donor Prafula smiling with her niece kidney recipient
Liz’s Story
Liz's family struggled at first with her determination to donate her kidney to someone unrelated to her.
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Living kidney donor Liz smiling in hospital on the day of her transplant
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Key Information on kidney donation

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ABOUT KIDNEY DONATION

Learn about living kidney donation, including the donation process and why we need more living kidney donors.

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GETTING STARTED CHECKLIST

Keep track of what you know about living kidney donation.

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KIDNEY DONATION FAQS

KIDNEY DONATION FAQS

Learn the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions around living kidney donation.

 

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KIDNEY DONATION SUPPORT

Discover what support is available for living donors and their loved ones, and where to find further advice and information along your journey.

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Whether you’ve already decided to donate a kidney, or you are interested in finding out more about the process and what it involves, we’re here to answer any questions you might have.

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