The Renal Team at Omagh Hospital and Primary Care complex supports World Kidney Day on 12 March 2026. The event marks the 20th anniversary of the observance.

Geraldine McCrory, Renal Unit Manager, calls for greater awareness of early-stage chronic kidney disease. The condition affects one in ten people worldwide.

McCrory notes that chronic kidney disease often shows no symptoms in early stages. It can advance without notice and lead to severe health issues.

The disease raises the risk of cardiovascular problems. It lowers quality of life and can result in kidney failure. Treatment then requires dialysis or transplant.

Early detection through blood and urine tests allows intervention to slow disease progression, according to McCrory.

The team encourages following guidelines to reduce kidney disease risk and support overall health. Regular check-ups with healthcare professionals aid prevention.