08/09/2025
Redland Hospital patient Tim has a clear warning to others about the dangers of smoking following a long journey of health complications. 🚭
“I started smoking when I was 20, which was before the days when there were warnings,” he said.
“I was fit and active, a keen gardener, and all of a sudden ‘bang’ life changes. I went into hospital with pneumonia and was told I had severe kidney failure."
Dialysis nurse Carla Gaspar said dialysis helps replace the function of the kidneys by removing waste, excess fluid and toxins from the blood.
Tim has nothing but praise for the incredible Redland Hospital staff, however has a warning to the next generation:
“Do not smoke and if you do, keep quitting until you find a way to quit that works for you.”
Thanks for sharing your story Tim, we're wishing you all the best! 💙