NKF Blog
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Are you impatient for spring? Here are five delightful recipes to keep you cozy and satisfied...
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By Valerie Rinck, Advocacy Manager
On February 27th over 160 Voices for Kidney Health advocates...
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It's National Kidney Month! Celebrate by taking control of your kidney health with eight NKF...
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Black/African American and Hispanic/Latino communities experience a disproportionately high...
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Dealing with a chronic illness like kidney disease or kidney failure can take a toll on a person’s...
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Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, with one person losing their...
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Here are the inspiring journeys of six people with kidney disease who have made history. These...
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By Morgan Reid, National Kidney Foundation's Director of Transplant Policy and Strategy
Happy...
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In 1995, Lisa Myers noticed a mysterious swelling in her feet and ankles. Little did she know that...
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Nearly half of Americans think dating has gotten harder in the last ten years.1 So where does...
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From donating a kidney to competing in Squid Game: The Challenge, Jada Sasha has always taken...
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She's founded a patient-centered nutrition practice, shared insights and recipes on shows...
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Starting your advocacy journey might seem a bit overwhelming, but don't worry. Sharon McMahon, the...
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Sharon McMahon's commitment to truth and the democratic processes that shape the US gave her the...
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Donna Nickerson, Executive Director of the National Kidney Foundation Serving New England, is on a...
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By Lauren Drew, Director of Congressional Relations
UPDATE 3/24/2024: President Biden has signed...
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By Sharon Pearce, Senior Vice-President of Government Relations
2024 promises to be a busy year for...
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Immigrants in NYC living in unsafe, illegal basements; the impact of COVID-19; the achievements and...