Dear Donors,

AsalamAlyakum 

I wanted to share an amazing update with you. Waqas, one of the patients we’ve been helping, has turned his experience with kidney disease into a mission to raise awareness. He’s not just receiving support anymore—he’s becoming an advocate, helping spread the word and educating others about kidney health. His testimony is truly inspiring, as he uses his journey to empower others facing the same challenges. https://youtu.be/2rQqNSaKQbg

At Voices for Kidney Patients,we’re empowering patients like Waqas with the knowledge they need to understand and fight kidney disease. The more we can educate, the more we can make a real difference in their lives and communities.

But we can’t do this without your help. Your donation allows us to keep providing the resources and education that patients like Waqas need to continue spreading awareness. 

Please support our cause and help spread the word by sharing it with others.

JazakAllahu Khairan,

Naima and Ayesha

AsalamAlaykum Dear Donors,

I’m reaching out with a critical update regarding our mission to protect kidney patients from preventable infections.

Recent investigations into the HIV outbreak at Nishtar Hospital's dialysis ward in Multan have revealed alarming lapses in health protocols. The first HIV case was reported on October 11, 2024, and approximately 30 patients are suspected to have been affected. A fact-finding committee uncovered that the hospital failed to conduct mandatory HIV and hepatitis screenings on patients, with some tests overdue by more than a year. Compounding this negligence, inadequate sterilization of dialysis machines exposed patients to deadly infections like HIV. You can read more about this in the Dawn News article here.

We are introducing mandatory regular screenings for HIV for patients under our care. These proactive measures are vital to prevent such catastrophic outcomes. During my training with DaVita, I learned that infection prevention was heavily emphasized, comprising 70% of the curriculum. I am determined to implement these global standards with our patients.

This January, I’ll be traveling to Pakistan to initiate the first Kidney Health Screening events in Sohawa and surrounding villages. I invite you to visit our website to learn more about our ongoing projects: www.vfkp.org.

Your ongoing support will empower us to safeguard vulnerable kidney patients and ensure continuous improvements in dialysis care for underserved communities. Kindly share and donate to our campaign.

JazakAllahu Khairan,

Naima Khan

Asalamualaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh

Dear Supporters,

Your support is making a real difference in the lives of kidney patients like Waqas in rural Sohawa and Gujar Khan.

In this first episode of our series, we highlight Waqas' journey and the urgent need for nephrologists to visit these underserved areas. Your donations will continue to help us cover the costs of travel, lab tests, medications, and nephrologist visits for dialysis patients.

We also dream of establishing a dialysis center in this region and very close to bringing nephrologists to come and provide care. Insha'Allah!

Your kindness can help provide the care and support they urgently need. Please consider donating today and be a part of this life-changing journey.

JazakAllahu Khairan for standing with us in this important mission.

https://youtu.be/pzDRfsNJg7s

إِنَّا لِلّهِ وَإِنَّـا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعونَ

To Allah we belong, and to Him we shall return.

It’s with a very heavy heart that I share the passing of Mr. Raja Saeed due to health complications.

Mr. Saeed was the first person to truly believe in me and the mission of Voices for Kidney Patients. When I started this journey I wasn’t sure where it would take me but Mr. Saeed saw potential in me from the very beginning. He allowed me to conduct my research at his dialysis center in Gujar Khan. He had confidence that I could bring a nephrologist to his center to help his patients and he made sure I was always supported.

I remember visiting him this May. He told his staff, “Whatever she needs,make sure it’s taken care of,” and he meant it. He didn’t want me to face any obstacles in my work and that’s the kind of person he was generous, caring, and always looking out for others.

The dialysis center in Gujar Khan was the only one in the surrounding areas that served so many who had nowhere else to turn. He was deeply respected and loved by his patients. He was so proud of the work we were doing, especially when I told him we were able to take seven patients for lab tests and nephrology consultations, thanks to donor support. He shared that news with everyone and I could see how happy he was.

Losing him feels like losing one of the pillars of my work. His guidance was a big part of my success and I know I wouldn’t be where I am without him. I promised him that I would continue working to bring nephrologists to his center and his village and I’m determined to see that through no matter the challenges.

May Allah (SWT) elevate his rank, reward him for all the good he did, give patients to his family and loved ones and allow his legacy to continue. Ameen.

With respect and heavy hearts,

Naima Khan

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVvrIJIrknE&t=95s

AsalamAlaykum 

Dear Donors,

I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share a personal note from Kashaf Fatima and her family. As many of you know Kashaf is 14 years old and has been undergoing dialysis made possible by your generous support through LaunchGood. In her letter she expressed heartfelt thanks for the help that has allowed her to receive treatment and stay healthy even through tough times.

Kashaf is still battling an infection and continues dialysis three times a week. Through it all she’s staying positive and now being homeschooled where she spends her time doing what she loves most—drawing and creating art.

JazakAllahu Khairan for your kindness. Your donations have truly made a difference for Kashaf and her family and we’re all incredibly grateful.

Sincerely,
Naima & Ayesha

Founders,Voices for Kidney Patients

Dear Donors and Supporters,

It is with deep sorrow that we share the news of Yasir Ayub's passing. Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilayhi Raji'un (Indeed, we belong to Allah and indeed to Him we will return). Yasir was one of the seven patients whose medical expenses are fully covered by Our Voices for Kidney Patients. Yasir, 43 years old and living in Sohawa, Pakistan, passed away today from an infection that spread in his new fistula. Regardless of our best efforts, the lack of timely treatment led to this heartbreaking outcome.

Yasir was not only a patient but also a devoted father and husband. His passing leaves a significant loss in his family’s life and in our hearts. We extend our deepest condolences to his loved ones during this difficult time.

Your generous donations ensured Yasir had access to essential nephrologist appointments, lab tests and medications.  Unfortunately, the lack of emergency dialysis in Sohawa worsened his condition. 

Your continued support is crucial. We have more patients waiting for support who urgently need access to care. 

Please consider making a donation to help us fight against kidney disease

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May Allah grant Yasir Jannat al-Firdous and give patience and strength to his family.

JazakAllahu Khairan!

Naima and Ayesha
Founders

Voices for Kidney Patients

Dear Donors,

As-Salaamu Alaykum

I hope this message finds you well. Your contributions have enabled us to provide comprehensive support to kidney patients. Through your generosity, patients have been able to visit nephrologists, undergo essential laboratory tests, access vital medications and also relieve the burden of transportation costs. During these visits lunch arrangements were made for patients ensuring they are comfortable throughout the day.

I also want to share that we were able to diagnose a case of hepatitis C   and prevent the spread of infection to other patients. This critical importance of early detection and intervention made it possible through your continued support.

See the impact of your donations on a short clip featuring pictures from our recent visits. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hW6oip5fdQA

There is a major need for support that remains critical for kidney patients in rural communities. There are still many kidney patients in rural communities who require assistance. In these blessed 10 days of Dhul Hijjah, Please consider donating today to make a difference in their lives.

JazakAllahu Khairan,

Naima and Ayesha

voicesofkidneypatients@gmail.com

info@vfkp.org

Donate Now: https://www.vfkp.org/donation

AsalamuAlaykum Dear Donors,

We're excited to share a remarkable achievement. Our not-for-profit organization, Voices for Kidney Patients, had the honor of being acknowledged by Pakistan National TV (PTV).