For Kitty, a diagnosis with a rare kidney disease meant emergency dialysis and missing out on school. But one donated kidney from her uncle later, Kitty is back living her 'old normal' life.

Helen and Phil had thought they'd never be able to enjoy cooking again after their diabetes and kidney disease diagnoses.

Shaun was working on his motorbikes when his doctor diagnosed him with a rare kidney disease. Now Shaun receives haemodialysis treatment and is back working on his bikes.

Clodagh and Faith are cousins who were both born with congenital nephrotic syndrome, who have each had a kidney transplant, with kidneys donated from family members.

Heidi was diagnosed with a rare kidney disease and spent her first Halloween and Christmas in hospital. Now she is thriving, and the next step is to try and get her a kidney transplant.

Rumer has lived with the rare condition Bartter syndrome her entire life. Mum Amy explains how the disease has affected both of them, from holidaying to making up pillboxes.

Sarah was diagnosed with aHUS when she was less than two years old. From failed transplants to the importance of support networks, Sarah talks about her experience of kidney disease.

For Rik and Sally, IgAN meant vomiting, exhaustion, and dialysis. Now, 30 years after Rik’s kidney transplant, they are travelling the world, from the Lake District to Chile.

Stewart's diagnosis of vasculitis has affected everything in his life, but he doesn't let the bad days overwhelm the good. After all, his granddaughter has to make someone laugh.

William Johnston enjoyed a career in catering before starting dialysis and having to adapt to a renal diet. Thanks to the Kidney Kitchen he's found his 'cooking mojo' again

Layla was diagnosed with aHUS, a rare renal condition. When she is not visiting the Great North Children's Hospital for infusions, she is riding bikes and winning dance competitions.