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The National Kidney Foundation's advocacy efforts in 2023 started with welcoming a new Congress. It...
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As the winter holidays approach, maintaining a healthy diet that fits your specific needs while on...
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This article is the second in a series that showcases celebrities who've faced kidney disease...
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Continuing education series for professionals.
Navigating the holiday season as a kidney...
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Shanaha Brown was diagnosed with kidney disease as a child. It wasn't severe, but she grew up...
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What began as preparation for a simple surgery set off a chain of events in Janet Tennyson’s life...
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In South Carolina, the battle against kidney disease is not only against diabetes and high blood...
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This year indulge in a Thanksgiving meal that prioritizes your kidney health without sacrificing...
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Advocacy has the power to bring people together across all walks of life in pursuit of a common,...
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Raúl de Molina made a name for himself as a freelance photo reporter in Miami during the 80s. He...
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Jamal Shuriah always knew he wanted to be a performer. He started playing minor roles at local...
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This article is the first in a series that showcases how these icons have courageously faced the...
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A recent study1 revealed that at least 45% of tap water in the United States is contaminated with...
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When Erin Hintz Cabaluna was a dietitian intern, she was sent to a dialysis unit in a hospital....
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Open enrollment for Medicare Advantage is upon us and it’s important that kidney patients get all...
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Get ready to celebrate Halloween with this collection of kidney-friendly treats that will enchant...
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This year, the kidney disease community has come together to support us in powerful ways. With your...
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Kidney patients are keenly aware of the health risks associated with obesity: diabetes,...