If you don't want to send Christmas cards this year but want to connect with friends and family a great solution is to send a digital card, and support us at the same time.

These cards are available through the DontSendMeACard platform.
You can donate as much or as little as you want to us, simply click on the link below, select the card you would like to send and follow the instructions on the form.

You can choose from six designs, then add your message and the email addresses for up to 100 email cards all for one donation.

You can also personalise the emails for each recipient, and if you want, share your goodwill on Facebook and Whatsapp.

We would like to thank Jo White, Alison Fielding, Sarah Pym and Kate McNee who have provided our cards.

The funds raised will be used to reinforce our patient support services, which are especially important at this difficult time.

A very big THANK YOU for your support.

Please follow the link below:
https://www.dontsendmeacard.com/ecards/charities/kidney-cancer-support-network/christmas

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A new approach to diagnosing kidney cancer, called the Cambridge kidney One-Stop Mass Investigation Clinic (CkOSMIC), was trialled at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge.

Traditionally, diagnosing kidney cancer can take weeks and involves several hospital visits. However, CkOSMIC allows patients to have their kidney biopsied, get their test results, and discuss treatment options all on the same day, halving the time from biopsy to treatment decision.

Read more on our website here:

There is still time to order one of our timeless glass hearts, green ribbon pins or one of our charity wristbands, as a gesture to family and friends who have helped make a difference and you will help us to continue supporting patients and their families.

Each heart, ribbon or wristband comes with one of the following words: Thank you, Friendship, Support, or Kindness. Please select the word you would like on your card with each item.

The suggested donation for each heart, ribbon or wristband is £7.50 and this will cover the postage and packaging.

To order them, please email karen@actionkidneycancer.org with the recipients name, address and the word you would like.

To find out how to order and donate pleas click here:

https://actionkidneycancer.org/get-involved/greetings-cards-and-gifts/

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NHS cancer services have faced growing pressure in recent years, leading to delays in diagnosis and treatment.

See the latest cancer waiting times published by Cancer Research UK on our website here:

Smoking is one of the risk factors for the development of kidney cancer, and many other cancers. To help people make healthier choices and to save cash this New Year, the NHS is launching a Quit Smoking campaign, including an app with a free personal quit plan to help you.

See more on our website here:

Is there someone special in your life you would like to show your appreciation to?
Our glass hearts are a great way to do this, it could not be easier, email karen@actionkidneycancer.org with the number of hearts you would like, your chosen words from thank you, support, kindness and friendship and the addresses you want them posted to and add any personal message you would like.
The suggested minimum donation for each heart is £7.50 this includes the postage and packaging.
The money raised from this Christmas campaign will help us to continue supporting families affected by kidney cancer.
Thank you for your support. We are Stronger Together!
To donate please follow the link below:
https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/giftaheart
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