Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast | Living with Kidney Disease
Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast is a kidney health podcast sharing real stories, expert insight and practical information about chronic kidney disease (CKD) and the kidney disease journey, including dialysis and kidney transplant.
Hosted by kidney patient advocate Dee Moore, the podcast brings together patients, clinicians and specialists to have honest conversations about the realities of living with kidney disease. From managing CKD and preparing for dialysis to transplant eligibility, weight management, mental health and navigating the healthcare system, each episode aims to inform, encourage and empower.
Whether you are newly diagnosed with CKD, currently on dialysis, waiting for a transplant, supporting a loved one, or working in kidney care, this podcast offers trusted information, lived experience and hope from people who truly understand the journey.
Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast is produced in partnership with Kidney Care UK and is dedicated to supporting and empowering the kidney community.
Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast is a kidney health podcast sharing real stories, expert insight and practical information about chronic kidney disease (CKD) and the kidney disease journey, including dialysis and kidney transplant.
Hosted by kidney patient advocate Dee Moore, the podcast brings together patients, clinicians and specialists to have honest conversations about the realities of living with kidney disease. From managing CKD and preparing for dialysis to transplant eligibility, weight management, mental health and navigating the healthcare system, each episode aims to inform, encourage and empower.
Whether you are newly diagnosed with CKD, currently on dialysis, waiting for a transplant, supporting a loved one, or working in kidney care, this podcast offers trusted information, lived experience and hope from people who truly understand the journey.
Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast is produced in partnership with Kidney Care UK and is dedicated to supporting and empowering the kidney community.
Episodes

Monday Oct 09, 2023
Episode 96: Podiatry & Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Monday Oct 09, 2023
Monday Oct 09, 2023
Specialist Podiatrist, Ovie Azanuwha joins Dee Moore to share about Podiatry and Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
They discuss:
👣What do people living with CKD need to know about foot care?
👣Circulation
👣Swelling
👣Strategies for foot & nail care at home
👣Dangers of breaking the skin
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 Ovie Azanuwha
Twitter: @OAzanuwha
Instagram: @ovieazanuwha
For more information about Podiatry
The Royal College of Podiatry:
Website: https://rcpod.org.uk/
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.

Monday Sep 25, 2023
Episode 95: Anaemia & Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Monday Sep 25, 2023
Monday Sep 25, 2023
Renal Anaemia Specialist Nurse, Sini George, joins Dee Moore to share about Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) & Anaemia
They discuss:
🔴What is Anaemia?
🔴Why are people living with CKD more likely to have Anaemia?
🔴Treatments and monitoring
🔴Benefits of treatment
🔴What happens if you don’t treat Anaemia?
🔴What happens if you over treat Anaemia?
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
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 Sep 11, 2023
Episode 94: Andy’s Kidney Warrior Story
Monday Sep 11, 2023
Monday Sep 11, 2023
Managing Director, Andy Jones, joins Dee Moore to share his inspirational Kidney Warrior Story of receiving a kidney through the UK living Kidney sharing scheme.
Andy shares about:
🏃Being diagnosed with Chronic Kidney Disease at the young age of four years old.
🏃Managing and maintaining his kidney function through diet and exercise
🏃The UK living Kidney sharing scheme process
And more!
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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 Andy Jones
Instagram: andy_jones_1982
Twitter: @Andy_Jonesy
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.

Monday Aug 28, 2023
Episode 93: Cost of Living Crisis: Priced out of existence part 2
Monday Aug 28, 2023
Monday Aug 28, 2023
Kidney Care Uk’s Policy Director, Fiona Loud joins Dee Moore to share an update about the Cost of living crisis, Home dialysis reimbursement and the impact on the lives of Home Dialysis Patients.
They discuss:
🏠Why home dialysis reimbursement is needed.
🏠 Is home dialysis reimbursement mandatory?
🏠 Is the dialysis reimbursement for both Home Haemodialysis and Peritoneal Dialysis Patients?
🏠 Policies in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
And More!
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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 Fiona Loud
Twitter: @fionacloud
Email: policy@kidneycareuk.org
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.

Monday Aug 14, 2023
Episode 92: Dione’s Kidney Warrior Story
Monday Aug 14, 2023
Monday Aug 14, 2023
Chef & Jazz Singer, Dione Bullard joins Dee Moore to share his inspirational Kidney Warrior story.
Dione shares about:
🎷Being diagnosed End Stage Renal Disease
🎷Life on dialysis: the benefits & the challenges he faced
🎷Receiving a kidney transplant
🎷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 Dione Bullard
Website: www.dionebullard.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CHEFDIONB
Instagram: @dione_bullard
Twitter: @DIONBULLARD
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@DIONEBULLARD
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.

Monday Jul 31, 2023
Episode 91: Needling for Beginners Part 3: Listener Led Episode
Monday Jul 31, 2023
Monday Jul 31, 2023
In this final part of the series about Haemodialysis needling,
former Haemodialysis Nurse: Katie Fielding, returns to Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast to answer the questions sent in by the podcast listeners.
The questions include:
🟪 Is it important to needle in different places?
🟪 What happens and why do veins “blow”?
🟪 Some say a chest line is in the heart, others say next to the heart, which is it?
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/
Current Guidelines on the VASBI Website
VASBI Position Statement on delivery of dialysis access services in the COVID 19 Climate
https://www.vasbi.org.uk/media/resources/files/VASBI_Position_Statement_on_delivery_of_dialysis_access_services_PgmUuAz.pdf
Clinical Practice Guideline Vascular Access For Haemodialysis
https://www.vasbi.org.uk/static/uploads/resources/vascular-access_current_guidlines.pdf
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.

Monday Jul 17, 2023
Episode 90: Needling For Beginners Part 2: Dan’s Kidney Warrior Story
Monday Jul 17, 2023
Monday Jul 17, 2023
Needling for Beginners Part 2. Dan Waters, joins Dee Moore to share his inspirational Kidney Warrior story.
Dan shares about:
Being diagnosed with Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)
The dialysis process
Needling
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
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/diaryofakidneywarrior/
For Further Information 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 Jul 03, 2023
Episode 89: The Latest Medical Strategies For Weight Loss
Monday Jul 03, 2023
Monday Jul 03, 2023
Consultant in Diabetes & Weight loss: Dr Sam joins Dee Moore to discuss the latest medical strategies for weight loss.
They discuss:
🟢 Statistics of obesity
🟢 Causes of weight gain & obesity for people living with Kidney disease.
🟢 Overcoming the barriers to weight loss
🟢 The latest medical strategies for weight loss.
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 Dr Sam
Instagram: https://instagram.com/running_man15
For Further Information 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
Obesity Uk
https://www.obesityuk.org.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 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 of Kidney Disease You Should Never Ignore
Monday Jun 05, 2023
Monday Jun 05, 2023
Kidney disease is often called a silent condition because many people experience no symptoms in the early stages and may not realise there is a problem until kidney function has already been significantly affected.
In this episode of Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, host Dee Moore speaks with advanced kidney practitioner Pat "Aunty Pat" Simoyi BEM about 10 possible signs that could indicate kidney problems and why recognising these warning signs is so important.
Millions of people worldwide are living with kidney disease, and many do not realise they have it.
Understanding potential warning signs can help people recognise when something may be wrong and encourage them to seek medical advice and testing.
In this episode we discuss:
• 10 possible signs that may indicate kidney problems
• Symptoms people may notice as kidney disease progresses
• Why kidney disease is often called a “silent illness”
• When to speak to a doctor
• Why kidney function testing is so important
Important:
These signs can sometimes indicate kidney problems, but they may also be caused by other health conditions. If you experience any of these symptoms, it is important to speak with a a healthcare professional for proper medical advice and testing.
By increasing awareness of possible warning signs and encouraging testing, we can help protect kidney health.
Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, hosted by Dee Moore, is dedicated to encouraging, educating and inspiring people living with kidney disease and related chronic illnesses.
The podcast is produced in partnership with Kidney Care UK
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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:
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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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Join Kidney Warrior, Dee Moore, as she interviews guests and explores all aspects of Kidney Disease, related Chronic Illnesses & Health.
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.









