February 18, 2021
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The National Kidney Foundation is partnering with Bayer and award-winning actress Debbie Allen to roll out the next phase of the “Are you the 33%” national public awareness campaign.
In honor of National Kidney Month and World Kidney Day on Thursday, March 11th, the campaign will focus on the increased risk of developing kidney disease in people with diabetes. As part of the campaign, people living with diabetes are encouraged to go to take a simple one-minute risk assessment quiz and follow up with their doctor to be tested for kidney disease.
“Despite all my years of dancing and being careful about my diet to reduce my chance of getting type 2 diabetes, I was recently diagnosed with pre-diabetes. From my dad, grandfather, aunts and uncle, this disease has shaped my family, so I know it puts me at an increased risk for chronic kidney disease,” said Debbie Allen, campaign spokesperson. “After learning of my diagnosis, I wanted to do my part to help others with clear, actionable steps. Too many people don’t know that living with type 2 diabetes can lead to chronic kidney disease and life- threatening complications.”
To learn more about the "Are You the 33%?" campaign, visit MinuteForYourKidneys.org
