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Learn how NKF led lifesaving changes in kidney care during the 1980s, from organ donation efforts to new treatments for dialysis patients. 

Learn how the NKF Innovation Fund is supporting groundbreaking kidney transplant technologies. 

Learn the basics of the organ donation process for a deceased person.

Learn how living kidney donation works and how one man’s decision to donate a kidney to a stranger saved multiple lives.

A father donates his kidney to save his son’s life. Read their inspiring journey from dialysis to transplant and how they now advocate for kidney awar...

The 1970s changed kidney care forever. See how NKF led efforts in dialysis access, Medicare expansion, organ donation, and more.

After battling kidney failure and receiving a transplant, Andrew is determined to become a doctor and change lives.

A failed kidney transplant was a setback for Anthony, but it led to an unexpected discovery that changed everything. Read on to learn how he is living...

From mineral baths in ancient Rome to dialysis and transplants, explore the history of kidney disease treatments and NKF’s role in transforming care.

The 1960s were a turning point for kidney disease. Discover how dialysis, transplants, and NKF’s advocacy laid the foundation for today’s kidney care.