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Rise in Chronic Kidney Disease Highlights Need for Prevention, NKF of Central New York, Inc. Offers 10 Steps for Protecting Kidney Health

March 2008 – Recent studies indicate that 26 million American adults suffer from chronic kidney disease (CKD) and that the number is likely to rise unless Americans get serious about prevention. more info

March is National Kidney Month

March 2008 – Journal of American Medical Association reports 26 million Americans living with chronic kidney disease – 30% increase. Nearly 70% of people screened in CNY didn't know they are at risk. more info

March is National Kidney Month
World Kidney Day -- March 13, 2008

March 13, 2008 – An astonishing 26 million American adults are estimated to be living with kidney disease and most don't even know it. Kidney disease is the most un-detected, under diagnosed and under-treated disease in the US – but it's also one of the most treatable. more info

 

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