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@alportuk.bsky.social

Alport UK is a patient-led organisation dedicated to empowering people living with Alport Syndrome to enjoy the best possible quality of life.

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Do we have your email?

Want to know about upcoming events?

Drop us your email to be added to Mailchimp and never miss out again!

Info@alportuk.org or DM now!

20.08.2025 08:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Goodluck Sam, Adam and all taking part in the World Transplant Games!


#transplantgames #alportuk #germany #worldtransplantgames

18.08.2025 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Alport Warriors, Save the date!

Alport Winter Wonderland Day,
6 December 2025
London

More information and registration coming soon.
Can you hear Santa’s sleigh bells?

#familyday #alportwarriors #familyandfriends #winterwonderland

07.08.2025 11:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join Alport Warriors!
A supportive FB group for those living with Alport Syndrome.
www.facebook.com/groups/17746...
Because no one should face this alone.
#AlportWarriors #AlportSyndrome #RareDiseaseCommunity #SupportNetwork #AlportUK

28.07.2025 09:08 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We're still smiling!

2025 Nottingham info day was a hit!

The Alport UK team is already planning the next one.
Comment β€œChristmas” for details on our Dec 6 winter wonderland meetup! πŸŽ„

#Christmas #NottinghamInformationDay #PeopleLivingWithAlportSyndrome #Community #Collaboration

23.07.2025 08:45 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Taking part in the British Transplant Games? πŸ…

We want to share your inspiring journey! Comment if you’re competing, and we’ll connect.

#TransplantGames #AlportUK #TransplantWarrior #BritishTransplantGames #ShareYourStory #OrganDonationMatters

21.07.2025 17:55 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Engagement Managers wanted!

Do you enjoy supporting others?
Apply now info@alportuk.org


#alpotuk #volunteer #engagement

15.07.2025 09:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Another fantastic day!

- Great Q&A with Alport syndrome experts
- Kids & teens loved the high-energy workshop!
- Alport Avengers enjoyed dinner & disco bowling!
- Media team captured it all!

Want to connect? Email info@alportuk.org

11.07.2025 14:08 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Exercise tips

At our recent Alport information day in Nottingham

Emma Watson and Rosey Billaney from @leicesteruniversity shared the importance of exercise for people living with Alport Syndrome.

Check out @kidneybeam for more tips and tricks to stay healthy!

10.07.2025 14:08 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A huge thank you to those of you who came to Nottingham!

Families, friends, clinicians, researchers, volunteers
and all involved behind the scenes thank you!

Keep your eyes peeled for official photographs
and updates on the next information day and socials.

See you there!

08.07.2025 07:25 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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What is RaDaR?
Are you registered?

RaDaR tracks data on 1200+ Alport patients in the UK to boost kidney research.
Join to improve Alport diagnosis & treatments!
Register via your consultant!
More info: www.ukkidney.org/rare-renal/a...

#AlportSyndrome #RaDaR

07.07.2025 13:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Around 100 people seated in a circle, 3 rows deep, introducing themselves & outlining what they're hoping to learn today.

Around 100 people seated in a circle, 3 rows deep, introducing themselves & outlining what they're hoping to learn today.

An exciting day ahead at the @alportuk.bsky.social Alport Syndrome patient day in Nottingham.

Here to learn from people how this kidney/ear/eye syndrome affects them & their families.

πŸ§ͺπŸ«˜πŸ‘‚πŸΌπŸ‘οΈπŸ§¬

05.07.2025 09:43 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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This afternoon @lornamilne.bsky.social shared research on pregnancy in Alport Syndrome at Alport UK Nottingham Information Day

05.07.2025 14:25 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Nottingham Alport Information day is underway, with our teens talking to Dan Jagger and Martin Christian about hearing and how to manage Alport Syndrome

05.07.2025 11:32 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Last day today!

Submit an abstract for The 2025 International workshop on Alport Syndrome,
Beijing, China,
5-7 September 2025
Deadline 4 July
Submit here: shorturl.at/RfhMV

If you haven’t yet registered for the workshop,β€―
shorturl.at/v8VbB

04.07.2025 08:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

3 days left to register!

Submit an abstract for The 2025 International workshop on Alport Syndrome,
Beijing, China,
5-7 September 2025
Deadline 4 July
Submit here: shorturl.at/RfhMV

If you haven’t yet registered for the workshop,β€―
shorturl.at/v8VbB

02.07.2025 08:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Are you running the #GreatNorthRun for Alport UK?

Today is the start of the
#GreatDonationDrive

Share your fundraising page far and wide.
You’re doing something amazing, let’s shout about it!

#alportuk #GreatNorthRun #fundraising #running

01.07.2025 18:50 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Registration β€” The 2025 International Workshop on Alport Syndrome - Beijing Register here for The 2021 online International workshop on Alport Syndrome

Closing date this Friday!

Submit an abstract for The 2025 International workshop on Alport Syndrome,
Beijing, China,
5-7 September 2025
Deadline 4 July
Submit here: shorturl.at/RfhMV

If you haven’t yet registered for the workshop,β€―
shorturl.at/v8VbB

30.06.2025 10:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Researching Alport Syndrome?

Submit an abstract for The 2025 International workshop on Alport Syndrome,
Beijing, China,
5-7 September 2025
Deadline 4 July
Submit here: shorturl.at/RfhMV

If you haven’t yet registered for the workshop,β€―
shorturl.at/v8VbB

26.06.2025 11:50 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Are you researching Alport Syndrome?

Submit an abstract by 4 July to present your research at The 2025 International Workshop on Alport Syndrome, 5-7 September 2025, Beijing, China.

Submit an extract here: shorturl.at/QjZ5v
Deadline: 4 July

23.06.2025 14:45 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Huge thanks to all our amazing volunteers at Alport UK!
Your support makes a difference in the lives of those with Alport syndrome.
Want to join us?
Email info@alportuk.org πŸ’™
#VolunteerWeek #AlportUK #ThankYou #ManyHands #TogetherWeCan

06.06.2025 09:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🌈 Alport UK celebrates #PrideMonth! 🌈
Everyone with Alport Syndrome deserves to be recognized for who they are, whether LGBTQIA+ or an ally.
Let's build a world where everyone feels seen & supported! πŸ’–
#InclusiveCommunity #KidneyPride #RareAndProud #AlportSyndrome

04.06.2025 08:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Congratulations to all, a phenomenal achievement for the kidney community and all those living with kidney disease. The future is already looking brighter.

26.05.2025 13:08 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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shorturl.at/bJHRU

21.05.2025 09:18 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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You are not alone, at Alport UK we endeavour to offer support, comfort and care throughout your journey and believe that everyone living with Alport Syndrome should feel safe, included and part of a community.

Please email info@alportuk.org if you wish to speak to one of us.

14.05.2025 07:49 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Thank you to Florence Nightingale for changing the path for a brighter future for nursing and to all our nurses who help create a brighter future for people living with Alport Syndrome.

#florencenightingale #renalnurses #dialysisnurses #transplantnurses #changes #alportsyndrome

13.05.2025 12:35 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Registration is open now!

Join us for, The 2025 International workshop on Alport Syndrome, in Beijing, China.

4-7 September
(4 September patient day)

Secure your spot now and be part of making a brighter future for people living with Alport Syndrome.

tinyurl.com/5674vckz

07.05.2025 09:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I RAN A MARATHON πŸ₯Ή (faster than I passed my viva 🌚) would love to make it to Β£1000 for @alportuk.bsky.social ➑️ www.justgiving.com/page/lorna-m... thank you to everyone who's donated!! 🫢🏼

05.05.2025 15:41 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Nomination are now open!

Follow the link below and nominate Alport UK to receive Β£5000 -
It only take a minute and can make a huge difference!

bit.ly/42Rm4Cl

02.05.2025 09:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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