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It's National Kidney Month! Celebrate by taking control of your kidney health with eight NKF programs designed to help you do just that. Table of cont...

Dealing with a chronic illness like kidney disease or kidney failure can take a toll on a persons mental health. Gary Petingola, a social worker cert...

In 1995, Lisa Myers noticed a mysterious swelling in her feet and ankles. Little did she know that this symptom would mark the beginning of a challeng...

Nearly half of Americans think dating has gotten harder in the last ten years.1 So where does that leave someone with kidney failure who is looking fo...

Jamal Shuriah always knew he wanted to be a performer. He started playing minor roles at local community theaters at seven and continued throughout hi...

CKD-aP, CKD-associated pruritus, or uremic pruritus are all names for a common and disruptive symptom of kidney disease: itching. According to one sur...

Kimberly was diagnosed with kidney disease in 2013 but stayed off dialysis until 2017 by following her doctor's recommendations. When she did start di...

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the constant demands of kidney disease, struggle to stay present, or manage your stress levels? If so, you're not alon...

Continuing education series for professionals. Major depressive disorder is four times more common in people undergoing long-term dialysis than in the...

Living with kidney disease, especially during the later stages, can be challenging, but you are not alone. We hope that these quotes from people who h...