26/05/2026
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a growing health crisis. In Europe alone, over 100 million people live with the disease and by 2040 it is expected to become the 5th leading cause of death worldwide.
In Cyprus, the reality is even more alarming. In 2022, Cyprus recorded the highest adjusted incidence rate of new kidney failure cases in Europe, with 376 new cases per 1 million population compared to the European average of 158.
The Cyprus Nephrology Society reported a staggering 115% increase in patients undergoing hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. For these patients, dialysis is not just a treatment but a lifelong routine. They spend around 4 hours, 3 times a week, connected to a dialysis machine, planning their daily schedule around treatments which, although challenging, give them the strength and energy needed to care for their loved ones, work, socialise and enjoy meaningful moments.
The Association of Friends of Kidney Diseases, through its voluntary work, stands beside these patients and their families by offering essential support, financial assistance, and public awareness initiatives. Supporting their mission is not a decision we reconsider but is a commitment we proudly renew every year through our annual donation of €1,000.
