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The UK Kidney Association (UKKA) is calling upon passionate individuals to express their interest in joining the UK Kidney Week (UKKW) Programme Committee. This committee plays a pivotal role in shaping the annual conference, ensuring it remains a cornerstone event for the professional kidney community. If you’re eager to contribute to the field of kidney…

We are pleased to announce the success of UK Kidney Week 2024, which set new records and brought together the leading professionals in nephrology. With a record-breaking 1,495 attendees, the conference was a hub of innovation, learning, and collaboration. This year’s event featured 223 speakers who shared their knowledge, and 432 posters that showcased the…

Welsh Minister for Health and Social Services, Eluned Morgan MS, delivered a captivating keynote address titled “Value in Health in Wales” at the highly anticipated opening session of UK Kidney Week 2023. The event, organised by the UK Kidney Association (UKKA), served as the premier educational gathering for kidney professionals in the United Kingdom. During…

This year at UK Kidney Week there is a big focus on sustainability and, with oversight from the UKKA Sustainable Kidney Care Committee, organisers have taken steps to ensure UKKW is as environmentally friendly as possible. A shuttle bus will run between several hotels, Newport city centre and the train station, encouraging attendees to leave…

This year’s UK Kidney Week programme is as diverse as ever, with over 60 sessions featuring a wide range of topics including: There will be a range of sessions for the multi-professional team as part of the programme, including multicultural diets, mental health and kidney disease, peer support and having difficult conversations with patients. Named…

Improving the accessibility and inclusivity of UK Kidney Week for all professionals involved in caring for kidney patients is an ongoing priority. Special offers for the multi-professional team have been introduced, with two nights of accommodation built into the costs, allowing access to the full three-day event (£300 if you are a UKKA member). This…