World Transplant Games to take centre stage in Australia

Media ReleaseWorld Transplant Games to take centre stage in Australia The World Transplant Games Federation (WTGF) today formally announced that Perth, Australia, would host the 23rd World Transplant Games in April, 2023. The announcement coincided with the formal announcement by the Australian Government’s Minister for Sport, Senator Richard Colbeck. Minister Colbeck confirmed that the Australian …

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Coronavirus risk and potential vaccination in transplant recipients

Paul Harden, Consultant Transplant Physician and current Chairman of Transplant Sport in the UK (as well as a Trustee of the World Transplant Games Federation) wrote an article under the above title which has been published in the latest World Transplant Games Federation magazine. Click on the image below to read the article.

An interesting Webinar coming up…

From the Centre for Living Organ Donation in Canada... https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/physical-activity-for-living-donors-transplant-recipients-tickets-129350588091

World Transplant Games Federation takes the next step in its professionalism and recognition

https://files.mail-list.com/m/wtgfcrandtm/WTGF-joins-the-Global-Association-for-International-Sports-Federations.pdf

CARLOW’S GALS AROUND THE GLOBE RUNNING FOR THE IKA | Vhi Womens Mini Marathon

Sarah has been telling the story of Transplant Team Ireland for many years - travelling with us to Games all around the world. Now, the story is about her, and her friends. Sarah and her family have played an important role in the work of the Irish Kidney Association for many years. Well done Sarah …

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Billion Steps Challenge

There is no doubting that Covid-19 has changed our daily routines. We would like to introduce you to something that will hopefully help brighten up your day and the day of your family and friends! The World Transplant Games Federation's Billion Steps Challenge, an opportunity for everyone (including family, friends and even nurses, doctors and …

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World Transplant Games 2021 UPDATE

Unfortunately the 2021 World Transplant Games planned for Houston, Texas has been cancelled. Please read the official statement by clicking on the image below. Colin White Team Manager Colin@ika.ie

‘It’s like a family…’

Check out the video below to get an insight into our team and what it means to be part of it. If you are on dialysis or if you are a transplant recipient (kidney, liver, lungs, heart, pancreas, bone marrow) there is a place for you. #PoweredbytheGiftofLife Contact TeamManager@transplantteamireland.ie