Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast (Kidney Health Podcast)
Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in learning more about kidney disease and the experiences of those who live with it. Hosted by a kidney patient this kidney health podcast features interviews with patients, doctors, and other experts in the field, as well as personal stories and insights from the host herself. Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast is a valuable resource for anyone looking to stay informed about the latest developments in kidney health and treatment With new episodes released every other Monday, Whether you’re a patient, caregiver, or simply interested in learning more about this important topic, this podcast is sure to provide valuable insights, encouragement and inspiration.
Episodes

Monday Jun 19, 2023
Episode 88: Laura’s Kidney Warrior Story
Monday Jun 19, 2023
Monday Jun 19, 2023
Content Warning. This episode starts with a discussion about miscarriage, if this is a subject that you think may be difficult for you to listen to, please skip forward to 7 minutes and 7 seconds into this episode.
Executive Search Consultant, Laura McKay, joins Dee Moore to share her inspirational Kidney Warrior story.
Laura shares about:
🟣Having a sudden diagnosis of Kidney Failure
🟣The signs & symptoms she experienced
🟣The impact of Kidney Disease on her family
🟣"Paying it forward" with fundraising for Kidney Care UK
and more!
If you were affected by any of the issues raised in this episode contact:
Miscarriage Association
Website: https://www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk/
Helpline: 01924 200 799
Email: info@miscarriageassociation.org.uk
Kidney Care UK
• Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org
• Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
• Tel: 01420 541 424
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org
• Instagram: @kidneycareuk
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A
To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
For updates and more, follow Dee Moore on:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Twitter: www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw
Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/diaryofakidneywarrior/
To Donate to Laura’s just giving page
Laura McKay is fundraising for Kidney Care UK (justgiving.com)
The Charity Football match will take place on Sunday 18th August 2023
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Guests on this podcast are those of the Guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Dee Moore or Kidney Care UK. Any content provided by our Guests are of their opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.

Monday Jun 05, 2023
Episode 87: 10 Signs You May Have Kidney Disease
Monday Jun 05, 2023
Monday Jun 05, 2023
Aunty Pat Simoyi BEM, Advanced Practitioner of Kidney Disease, joins Dee Moore to discuss 10 signs that you may have kidney disease and why these happen.
These 10 signs are common indications that your kidneys have sustained serious damage. But it's vital to keep in mind that they can all be signs of other health conditions.
For updates and more, follow Dee Moore on:
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Twitter: www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw
Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/diaryofakidneywarrior/
Follow Pat Simoyi
Instagram: @simoyipat
10 Signs You May Have Kidney Disease Article by Kidney Care Uk
https://www.kidneycareuk.org/about-kidney-health/10-signs-you-may-have-kidney-disease/
For further information about Kidney Disease & support contact:
Kidney Care UK
• Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org
• Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
• Tel: 01420 541 424
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org
• Instagram: @kidneycareuk
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A
To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Guests on this podcast are those of the Guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Dee Moore or Kidney Care UK. Any content provided by our Guests are of their opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.

Monday May 22, 2023
Episode 86: Save Your Vein
Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
Consultant Transplant and Vascular Surgeon, Dr Jeremy Crane, joins Dee Moore to share about Vein preservation.
They discuss:
🔴 The Save Your Vein campaign
🔴 Why it is important to have your blood tests taken via the back of your hand
🔴 What happens if it is not possible to have your blood tests taken via the back of your hand
and more!
For updates & more, follow Dee Moore on:
Instagram: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Twitter: @diaryofakidneyw
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw
TikTok: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Pinterest: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Follow Dr Jeremy Crane
Twitter: @JeremyCraneMD
Website: https://www.saveyourvein.org/
If you were affected by any of the issues covered in this episode, contact Kidney Care UK
Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org
Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Tel: 01420 541 424
Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org
Instagram: @kidneycareuk
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A
To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Guests on this podcast are those of the Guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Dee Moore or Kidney Care UK. Any content provided by our Guests are of their opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.

Monday May 08, 2023
Episode 85: Cost of Living Crisis: Priced Out of Existence
Monday May 08, 2023
Monday May 08, 2023
Campaigner, Advocate & Dialysis Patient, Phoenix Halliwell, joins Dee Moore to share about the Cost of Living Crisis and it's impact on the lives of Dialysis Patients.
They discuss:
🟠 The priced out of existence campaign
🟠 The impact that the huge increase in gas, electricity & water costs have had on Dialysis Patients
🟠Renumeration by Hospitals
and more!
For updates & more, follow Dee Moore on:
Instagram: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Twitter: @diaryofakidneyw
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw
TikTok: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Pinterest: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Kidney Care UK’s latest report summarises the campaign for home dialysis patients to receive appropriate reimbursement for their utility costs: https://www.kidneycareuk.org/news-and-campaigns/news/lack-reimbursement-leaves-home-haemodialysis-patients-left-out-cold/
If you were affected by any of the issues covered in this episode, contact Kidney Care UK
Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org
Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Tel: 01420 541 424
Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org
Instagram: @kidneycareuk
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A
Priced Out of Existence Article
https://www.kidneycareuk.org/news-and-campaigns/news/priced-out-of-existence-the-true-cost-of-living-for-people-with-kidney-disease/
To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Guests on this podcast are those of the Guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Dee Moore or Kidney Care UK. Any content provided by our Guests are of their opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.

Monday Apr 24, 2023
Monday Apr 24, 2023
Renal Registrar & Clinical Research Fellow, Dr Javeria Peracha, joins Dee Moore to share about Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in Primary Care, What do I Need to Know?
They discuss:
🔵 What is Primary Care?
🔵 The findings of Dr Javeria's research in the detection and management of Kidney Disease in Primary Care
🔵 What is eGFR & the stages of CKD
🔵 What to do if your eGFR is falling and you haven't been referred to Specialist care
🔵 The Kidney failure risk equation
and more!
For updates & more, follow Dee Moore on:
Instagram: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Twitter: @diaryofakidneyw
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw
TikTok: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Pinterest: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Follow Dr Javeria Peracha
Twitter:
@Javeria_Xx
If you were affected by any of the issues covered in this episode, contact Kidney Care UK
Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org
Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Tel: 01420 541 424
Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org
Instagram: @kidneycareuk
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A
To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Guests on this podcast are those of the Guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Dee Moore or Kidney Care UK. Any content provided by our Guests are of their opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.

Monday Apr 10, 2023
Episode 83: Ruban’s Kidney Warrior Story
Monday Apr 10, 2023
Monday Apr 10, 2023
Professional Actor & Teacher, Ruban Nathan, joins Dee Moore to share his inspirational Kidney Warrior story.
Ruban shares about:
Being born with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Receiving 2 kidney transplants
The challenges he faces as a person living with CKD
His creative pursuits
Love & relationships
and more!
For updates & more, follow Dee Moore on:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Twitter: www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw
Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/diaryofakidneywarrior/
Follow Ruban Nathan
Instagram: @professionalpatients
Twitter: @roundruban
The Professional Patients Podcast is available on all Podcast Platforms
If you were affected by any of the issues raised in this episode contact:
Kidney Care UK
Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org
Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Tel: 01420 541 424
Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org
Instagram: @kidneycareuk
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A
To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Young Adult’s Kidney Group (YAKG)
https://www.kidneycareuk.org/get-support/young-adult-kidney-group-yakg/
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Guests on this podcast are those of the Guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Dee Moore or Kidney Care UK. Any content provided by our Guests are of their opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.

Monday Mar 27, 2023
Episode 82: Sickle Cell & Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Monday Mar 27, 2023
Monday Mar 27, 2023
Consultant Renal Physician & Professor of Medicine, Professor Ibi Erekosima, joins Dee Moore to explore the topic of Sickle Cell & Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
They discuss:
What is Sickle Cell Disease?
The challenges of living with Sickle Cell & CKD
How Sickle Cell impacts the treatment of Kidney Disease
& more
For updates and more, follow Dee Moore on:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Twitter: www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw
Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/diaryofakidneywarrior/
If you were affected by any of the issues raised in this episode contact:
Kidney Care UK
• Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org
• Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
• Tel: 01420 541 424
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org
• Instagram: @kidneycareuk
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A
To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
NHS Sickle Cell Information
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/sickle-cell-disease/
Sickle Cell Society
https://www.sicklecellsociety.org/
CAHN: Caribbean & African Health Network
Website: https://www.cahn.org.uk/
Telephone: 07853 556 591
Helpline: 07710 022 382
Email: info@cahn.org.uk
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cahnuk
Twitter: @cahn_uk
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpTHOGbhlEV0wZA5jvnOJEA
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/caribbean-and-african-health-network-cahn/
Instagram: @cahn_uk
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Guests on this podcast are those of the Guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Dee Moore or Kidney Care UK. Any content provided by our Guests are of their opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.

Monday Mar 13, 2023
Episode 81: Esra’s Kidney Warrior Story
Monday Mar 13, 2023
Monday Mar 13, 2023
University Administrator, Esra Celik joins Dee Moore to share her inspirational Kidney Warrior story.
Esra shares about:
Being diagnosed with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) at 25 years old
Suddenly going onto dialysis
Receiving a Kidney Transplant
Love & relationships
and more!
For updates and more, follow Dee Moore on:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Twitter: www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw
Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/diaryofakidneywarrior/
If you were affected by any of the issues raised in this episode contact:
Kidney Care UK
• Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org
• Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
• Tel: 01420 541 424
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org
• Instagram: @kidneycareuk
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A
To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Young Adult’s Kidney Group (YAKG)
https://www.kidneycareuk.org/get-support/young-adult-kidney-group-yakg/
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Guests on this podcast are those of the Guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Dee Moore or Kidney Care UK. Any content provided by our Guests are of their opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.

Monday Feb 27, 2023
Episode 80: CKD & Dating
Monday Feb 27, 2023
Monday Feb 27, 2023
IT Specialist, Rob Sieradzki joins Dee Moore for Part 2 of the, “Love, Relationships & CKD” series to explore the topic of Dating & Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD).
They discuss:
❤️The impact of also having associated illnesses when you live with CKD
❤️ When do you share that you have a chronic illness with the person who you’re dating?
❤️The challenges of dating whilst living with CKD
❤️Intimacy
and more!
For updates and more, follow Dee Moore on:
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Twitter: www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw
Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/diaryofakidneywarrior/
Follow Rob Sieradzki
Instagram: @robsieradzki
Facebook: www.facebook.com/rob.sieradzki
CKD Dating UK Facebook group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/490695541426372/?ref=share_group_link
If you were affected by any of the issues raised in this episode contact:
Kidney Care UK
Website: kidneycarekuk.org
Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Tel: 01420 541 424
Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org
Instagram: @kidneycareuk
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A
To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Guests on this podcast are those of the Guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Dee Moore or Kidney Care UK. Any content provided by our Guests are of their opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.

Monday Feb 13, 2023
Episode 79: Megan & Andrew’s Story
Monday Feb 13, 2023
Monday Feb 13, 2023
Megan and Andrew join Dee Moore for the 1st episode in a series on love, relationships and Chronic kidney disease (CKD). Megan and Andrew share about building a relationship whilst navigating Megan's CKD journey.
They discuss:
❤️Dating
❤️How CKD has impacted their relationship
❤️Family planning
❤️Challenges & highlights of their relationship
❤️Advice
And more!
For updates and more, follow Dee Moore on:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior
Twitter: www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw
Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/diaryofakidneywarrior/
Follow Megan Cairns
Instagram: @megancairns
Twitter: @mhcairns1
Young Adult’s Kidney Group (YAKG)
https://www.kidneycareuk.org/get-support/young-adult-kidney-group-yakg/
If you were affected by any of the issues raised in this episode contact:
Kidney Care UK
Website: www.kidneycarekuk.org
Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Tel: 01420 541 424
Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org
Instagram: @kidneycareuk
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A
To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Guests on this podcast are those of the Guest and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Dee Moore or Kidney Care UK. Any content provided by our Guests are of their opinion, and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.

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If you are a Kidney Warrior or the family or friend of a Kidney Warrior who wants to learn more about Kidney Disease, Kidney Disease prevention and be encouraged and uplifted, this is the Kidney Health Podcast for you.