Run like a life depends on it...
This October we're challenging you to run, walk or ride 60km to combat kidney disease.
Turn your good health into the support that can save a life - Sign up for the Red Socks Run.
Developed in response to feedback from people living with kidney disease, Kidney Health 4 Life (KH4L) is a pilot program tailored for people at different stages of kidney disease to self-manage their condition. The study is completely free to take part in and participation is voluntary.
Cuddle up with cuteness! Meet Billy the Kidney – the perfect plush toy for kids and adults alike, providing comfort and companionship.
We offers dialysis consumers from anywhere in Australia or New Zealand the opportunity to book FREE dialysis sessions on the Big Red Kidney Bus while located at holiday parks in scenic destinations in NSW, Victoria and the Gold Coast.
First Nations people are twice as likely to develop kidney disease and four times as likely to die from kidney disease than non-indigenous Australians. A key priority is to work with local communities to address the inequities in care for First Nations Australians living with chronic kidney disease.
That is why we support a Voice to Parliament as an important step in addressing the disparities that currently exist in First Nations kidney health in this country.
The Spring Edition of Your Kidney Connection Magazine is out now!
This edition of the magazine includes more information about Kidney Health Week in May, Kidney Kar Rally goes to Camp, stories from our Kidney Crusaders and much more from the kidney community! Click to download your copy.
Kidney Health Australia welcomes Professor Brendan Murphy AC to the Board of the national peak body. Professor Brendan Murphy AC has joined the Board of Kidney Health Australia after recently retiring from his position as Secretary of the Department of Health and Aged Care which he held from July 2020. Prior to his appointment as Secretary, Professor Murphy was the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) for the Australian Government and, previously, the CEO of Austin Health in Victoria.
On 21 June, together with Queensland Health and the Gold Coast Hospital, we launched the Gold Coast Big Red Kidney Bus. The Gold Coast is a world-renowned holiday destination and from 15 September you can book the free dialysis sessions on the respite chair on the bus and take a much-needed holiday to this beautiful destination. Read the media release here.
Great Place To Work Certified
We're proud to announce that for a second year in a row, Kidney Health Australia is certified as a Great Place To Work and is recognised for our amazing culture and welcoming team.
"Being a Great Place To Work is a core priority for us! It’s an enabler for us to provide the best support we can to people with kidney disease. We also recognise that the work continues everyday to remain that way." - Kidney Health Australia CEO, Chris Forbes.
