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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 and Victoria.
Be part of a community of kids and youth living with kidney disease who get it - because they are in the same boat. You’ll get the chance to join in person and online events that make you feel connected and understood.
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 August 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.
Kidney disease has been brought into sharp focus during Kidney Health Week with the death of the queen of rock music, Tina Turner.
“We are saddened to hear of Tina’s passing. Not only was she one of the greatest performers of all time, she was also instrumental in raising awareness for kidney health worldwide,” CEO of Kidney Health Australia, Chris Forbes, said.
We warmly welcome the announcement about the listing of oral therapy dapagliflozin on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) in Australia from 1 September 2022 to reduce the risk of progressive decline in kidney function in adults with proteinuric chronic kidney disease who meet the specific criteria of the PBS listing.
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.
