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An archive of recent African Caribbean Kidney Education Enterprise ® (ACKEE) news, press releases, media mentions and comment pieces.

Our team are available for interviews and regularly appear on TV, radio, and podcasts to discuss kidney health: kidney disease, dialysis, donation, transplant and life after transplant .

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ACKEE Wins Luton Rising Community Business of the Year Silver Award | @wearetheACKEE

The African Caribbean Kidney Education Enterprise Wins Luton Rising Community Business of the Year Silver Award at the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry SME Awards 2026

We are proud to share that the African Caribbean Kidney Education Enterprise® (ACKEE) has received the Luton Rising Community Business of the Year Silver Award at the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry SME Business Awards 2026.

Candice McKenzie

18 hours ago1 min read

NHS Blood Pressure Checks Tesco British Heart Foundation | @wearetheackee

Free NHS Blood Pressure Checks at Tesco Pharmacies in Partnership with the British Heart Foundation

High blood pressure is one of the leading causes of kidney disease and a major risk factor for stroke. Up to five million adults in the United Kingdom may be living with undiagnosed high blood pressure. Most people do not know they have it because symptoms are not obvious.

News Team | African Caribbean Kidney Education Enterprise

Feb 252 min read

NICE Major Changes to Type 2 Diabetes Care: What This Means for Kidney Health

Type 2 diabetes remains one of the leading causes of chronic kidney disease in the United Kingdom.

News Team | African Caribbean Kidney Education Enterprise

Feb 193 min read