Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast (Kidney Health Podcast)

Episode 86: Save Your Vein

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.
We’d love to hear from you! Share your comments, questions, or suggestions—or let us know if you’d like to be a guest on the podcast—by emailing us at diaryofakidneywarrior@kidneycareuk.orgAnd don’t forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen—it really helps others find us!

Episode 85: Cost of Living Crisis: Priced Out of Existence

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.
We’d love to hear from you! Share your comments, questions, or suggestions—or let us know if you’d like to be a guest on the podcast—by emailing us at diaryofakidneywarrior@kidneycareuk.orgAnd don’t forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen—it really helps others find us!

Episode 84: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in Primary Care, What do I Need to Know?

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.
We’d love to hear from you! Share your comments, questions, or suggestions—or let us know if you’d like to be a guest on the podcast—by emailing us at diaryofakidneywarrior@kidneycareuk.orgAnd don’t forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen—it really helps others find us!

Episode 83: Ruban’s Kidney Warrior Story

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.
We’d love to hear from you! Share your comments, questions, or suggestions—or let us know if you’d like to be a guest on the podcast—by emailing us at diaryofakidneywarrior@kidneycareuk.orgAnd don’t forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen—it really helps others find us!

Episode 82: Sickle Cell & Chronic Kidney Disease: What You Need to Know

How does Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) affect the kidneys? Why are people with sickle cell more likely to develop Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)? And what can be done to improve quality of life if you’re living with both conditions?
 
In this episode of Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, host Dee Moore is joined by Professor Ibi Erekosima, Consultant Renal Physician and Professor of Medicine. Together, they explore the hidden connections between sickle cell and CKD, the challenges around treatment, and the everyday steps that make a difference.
 
Expect clear explanations, expert insights, and real encouragement for anyone navigating these conditions—whether personally or as a caregiver, healthcare professional, or supporter.
 
🎧 Tune in to learn:
The basics of sickle cell disease and how it impacts the body
Why kidney complications are a recognised part of living with SCD
Treatment options including dialysis and transplant—and the unique challenges for people with sickle cell
Practical ways to support your health and live well day to day
 
This is the first-ever Diary of a Kidney Warrior episode focused on sickle cell, making it an unmissable conversation for the kidney community and beyond.
 
👉🏽👉 Listen now to uncover the answers and gain the knowledge you need to feel informed, empowered, and encouraged.
 
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.
 
We’d love to hear from you! Share your comments, questions, or suggestions—or let us know if you’d like to be a guest on the podcast—by emailing us at diaryofakidneywarrior@kidneycareuk.orgAnd don’t forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen—it really helps others find us!

Episode 81: Esra’s Kidney Warrior Story

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.
 
We’d love to hear from you! Share your comments, questions, or suggestions—or let us know if you’d like to be a guest on the podcast—by emailing us at diaryofakidneywarrior@kidneycareuk.orgAnd don’t forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen—it really helps others find us!

Episode 80: CKD & Dating

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:
 
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 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.
We’d love to hear from you! Share your comments, questions, or suggestions—or let us know if you’d like to be a guest on the podcast—by emailing us at diaryofakidneywarrior@kidneycareuk.orgAnd don’t forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen—it really helps others find us!

Episode 79: Megan & Andrew’s Story

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.
We’d love to hear from you! Share your comments, questions, or suggestions—or let us know if you’d like to be a guest on the podcast—by emailing us at diaryofakidneywarrior@kidneycareuk.orgAnd don’t forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen—it really helps others find us!

Episode 78: Rob’s Kidney Warrior Story

IT Specialist, Rob Sieradzki joins Dee Moore to share his inspirational Kidney Warrior story.
 
Rob shares about:
 
Being diagnosed with Chronic Kidney Disease during early childhood
His experience of being on the Kidney Transplant list
Keeping active
Receiving a Kidney Transplant
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
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dee-moore-diaryofakidneywarrior
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/diaryofakidneywarrior/
 
Follow  Rob Sieradzki
 
Instagram: @robsieradzki
Facebook: www.facebook.com/rob.sieradzki
 
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.
 
We’d love to hear from you! Share your comments, questions, or suggestions—or let us know if you’d like to be a guest on the podcast—by emailing us at diaryofakidneywarrior@kidneycareuk.orgAnd don’t forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen—it really helps others find us!

Episode 77: The South Asian Diet & Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

Clinical Lead Renal Dietitian, Ravinder Sagoo, joins Dee Moore to share about The South Asian Diet & Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD).
They discuss:
🫓The definition of a South Asian diet.
🫓 Risk factors & health inequalities
🫓 Dietary advice including: Potassium, Phosphates, salt reduction.
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
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dee-moore-diaryofakidneywarrior
 
Follow Ravinder Sagoo
Instagram: @renal_dietitian_uk
Twitter: @ravindersagoo
TikTok: @renal_dietitian_uk
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ravinder-sagoo-06ab673b
 
Kidney Care UK's Kidney Kitchen
https://www.kidneycareuk.org/about-kidney-health/living-kidney-disease/kidney-kitchen/
 
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.
We’d love to hear from you! Share your comments, questions, or suggestions—or let us know if you’d like to be a guest on the podcast—by emailing us at diaryofakidneywarrior@kidneycareuk.orgAnd don’t forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen—it really helps others find us!