Episode 134: A Warrior’s Journey: Councillor Hilaria’s Fight for Life, Hope, and Advocacy

In this deeply moving episode of The Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, Dee sits down with the inspirational Councillor Hilaria as she shares her extraordinary journey through chronic kidney disease, multiple organ failures, and ultimately, a life-saving transplant. Her story is one of unimaginable adversity—from being diagnosed during pregnancy to surviving septicaemia, cardiac arrest, and a coma. Yet, through it all, Councillor Hilaria never gave up.   She candidly recounts her years on both peritoneal and haemodialysis, the emotional toll of waiting a decade for a transplant, and the strength she drew from her loving husband, children and dedicated healthcare team. When the call finally came, it wasn’t just a kidney—it was a second chance at life. Councillor Hilaria reflects on the profound gratitude she feels for her donor’s family and how this experience reignited her faith and purpose.   Now an elected official and powerful advocate for kidney health and organ donation, Councillor Hilaria’s story is a beacon of resilience, transformation, and service. Whether you’re a kidney warrior, caregiver, or ally, this episode offers hope, strength, and a reminder that even in our darkest moments, there is light ahead.   Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior:   📸Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior  📘Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior  🐦Twitter: www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw  🎵Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior  📺Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw 🔵 BlueSky: @diaryofakidneyw.bsky.social   💌 Join the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Family Mailing List Get updates on new episodes, vlogs, newsletters, and more! 👉 Sign up here: https://diaryofakidneywarrior.getform.com/rjv47   📲 Follow the Podcast on WhatsApp Stay updated with new episodes and exclusive content! 👉 Join here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaO3ms71iUxipp1eeh2r   Follow Councillor Hilaria Owusu   🐦Twitter (X): @asumuhilaria 📸Instagram: @hilariaasumuofficial 📘Facebook: @hilariaasumu 🐦Twitter (X): @wshbmekidneys   If you were affected by any of the issues raised in this episode contact:     Kidney Care UK   💻 Website: www.kidneycareuk.org 📧 [email protected] 📞Tel: 01420 541 424 📘Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org 📷Instagram: @kidneycareuk 🔵Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/kidneycareuk.bsky.social 📺YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A   📩 To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: [email protected] To order a wrist band visit: https://www.charitycardshop.com/kidneycareuk/category/6   Kidney Care UK's Kidney Kitchen   Kidney Kitchen recipes are very carefully analysed and approved by the British Dietetic Association Renal Nutrition Specialist Group (RNG).   https://www.kidneycareuk.org/about-kidney-health/living-kidney-disease/kidney-kitchen/   Miscarriage Association Website: https://www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk/ Helpline: 01924 200 799 Email: [email protected]   Follow NHS Blood & Transplant:   Website: www.organdonation.nhs.uk   Twitter: NHS Blood & Transplant: @NHSBT               NHS Organ Donation: @NHSOrganDonor   Facebook: www.facebook.com/nhsorgandonor   Instagram: NHS Organ Donation: @nhsorgandonor   YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/nhsorgandonation/channels   Disclaimer: The information shared in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your doctor, consultant, or qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual health needs and before making any medical decisions. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, or Kidney Care UK and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything.