Kidney Cancer UK

02/09/2026

Last week, we had the privilege of meeting with Dr David Breen, Consultant Radiologist at University Hospital Southampton NHS FT, to discuss the latest advances in kidney cancer treatment and procedures.

We were particularly interested to hear about the positive impact can have in treating kidney tumours, and how advances in interventional radiology are giving patients alternative treatment options.

We’re honoured to be working closely with Dr Breen and to have the opportunity to bring his expertise and insights into kidney cancer treatment to our community.

🎥 We’ll be sharing our conversation with Dr Breen very soon, so keep an eye out!

A huge thank you to University Hospital Southampton NHS FT and Dr David Breen for welcoming us and taking the time to share your expertise.

KidneyCancerTreatment

01/09/2026

September is here, and we've got a lot going on! 💚

Keep your eye out for more info on our upcoming webinars 👀

26/08/2026

NEWS: Results from a Phase 2 clinical trial have shown that a combination of pembrolizumab and denosumab demonstrated anti-tumour activity in people with previously treated advanced clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC).

In the study, 31% of patients had a confirmed response to treatment, with responses lasting a median of 17 months. The researchers also reported a median progression-free survival of 7.5 months. However, as with all treatments, side effects were reported, and further research is needed.

While this was a relatively small, single-arm study, it adds to the growing body of research exploring new treatment approaches for advanced kidney cancer.

Research like this gives us valuable insight into potential future options and the importance of continuing to invest in kidney cancer research.

Read more here 🔗 https://www.cancernetwork.com/view/pembrolizumab-denosumab-combo-shows-activity-in-pretreated-ccrcc

Please note: This research does not mean this treatment combination is suitable or available for everyone. Always speak to your oncology team about your individual treatment options.

24/08/2026

Did you know these things about kidney cancer?

20/08/2026

When your loved one has cancer, who supports you?

When someone we love is diagnosed with cancer, it can feel as though the focus quite rightly becomes their treatment, their appointments and their wellbeing.

But for partners and loved ones, the emotional impact can be huge too.

You might feel frightened, overwhelmed, angry, helpless or simply unsure of what to say. You may be trying to stay strong for your loved one while quietly struggling yourself.

A recent BBC story highlights just how important it is for partners, friends and families affected by cancer to have somewhere to turn, to talk openly and to feel supported.

If you are supporting someone with kidney cancer, please remember that you matter too. Reaching out to a support service, talking to someone you trust, or simply sharing how you're feeling.

At Kidney Cancer UK, we're here to support everyone affected by kidney cancer - including partners, parents, children, family members and friends.

If you or someone you love needs support, please reach out to us.
📞 0800 002 9002
📧 [email protected]
🗣️ kcuk.org.uk

🔗 Read the BBC story: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c80n48kg0vjo

In a video to mark the 30th anniversary of Maggie's cancer charity, Queen Camilla speaks about her husband's own diagnosis.

13/08/2026

NEWS: Could a simple urine test help detect kidney cancer in the future?

Exciting new research from researchers at MedUni Vienna and the Institute of Molecular Biotechnology (IMBA) has identified three proteins in urine that could potentially help detect ccRCC (clear cell renal cell carcinoma) - the most common type of kidney cancer.

The researchers combined these biomarkers into a tool called the ‘UrineScore’, which distinguished people with kidney cancer from healthy individuals with high accuracy.

Because urine is easy to collect and the test is non-invasive, this research could represent an important step towards a more accessible way of detecting kidney cancer.

However, this is still early-stage research. Larger clinical trials are needed to validate the findings and determine whether a urine test could eventually be used for screening or diagnosis in clinical practice.

Read the full research update from MedUni Vienna 👉 https://www.meduniwien.ac.at/web/en/about-us/news/2026/news-in-august-2026/urine-biomarkers-show-potential-for-non-invasive-diagnosis-of-kidney-cancer/

13/08/2026

Could artificial intelligence (AI) help us better understand kidney tumours?

New research is exploring how AI could help classify renal tumours and predict how they may behave, potentially supporting clinicians in making more informed decisions about diagnosis and treatment.

As our understanding of kidney cancer continues to grow, advances like these could play an important role in moving towards more personalised care and better outcomes for patients 🔬

It’s a gripping development, but further work is needed to understand how these AI tools could be used effectively in clinical practice.

Read more about the research ➡ https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/ai-framework-helps-classify-renal-tumors-and-predict-2026a1000qvc?form=fpf

A deep learning system trained on whole-slide images classifies nine renal tumor subtypes with high accuracy and outperforms traditional grading in predicting patient outcomes.

12/08/2026

A huge thank you to Ella Whale, her brother and their friends for taking on the incredible Three Yorkshire Peaks Challenge in memory of Ella’s Grandad, James Whale MBE, and raising an amazing £1,200+ for Kidney Cancer UK! 👏

Ella shared:

“It was definitely a challenging day, but doing it with my brother and my best friends made it so much easier. There were definitely points where I wasn’t sure I’d be able to finish, but knowing what we were doing it for and doing it in honour of Grandad kept me going.”

“I know if Grandad was still here, he would be so proud of us. Being able to raise money for Kidney Cancer UK, spread awareness and do something in his memory was the whole reason we took on the challenge, and I’m so glad we did it together.”

We’re incredibly grateful to Ella and everyone who took part for helping to continue her Grandad’s legacy and supporting the work of Kidney Cancer UK.

And there’s still time to support Ella’s incredible fundraiser! Please support here 🔗 https://www.gofundme.com/f/yorkshire-three-peaks-challenge-2t8ae?attribution_id=sl:902e3bad-58cc-4769-a215-c475b5a129c0&ts=1782557702&utm_campaign=natman_sharesheet_dash&utm_content=amp14_t2&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link

Thank you 💚

10/08/2026

5 months. 11 shows. 1 huge act of generosity. 💚

Legendary comedian Peter Kay recently completed the final leg of his record-breaking tour, donating all profits to 12 cancer charities.

From all of us, a huge thank you. Because of you, we can keep doing the work that matters - supporting people affected by and living with kidney cancer across the UK.

10/08/2026

Join our monthly 'Ask the Nurse' session 💚

Hosted by Kidney Cancer UK's healthcare professional nurses, join the team for an informal session where you can ask questions, share your thoughts, and hear from others navigating similar experiences.

Register today to receive your free link: https://www.kcuk.org.uk/online-support-groups/
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📱0800 002 9002