Featured Topics Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR) Stages of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Tests to Check Your Kidney Health Understanding Your Lab Values and Other CKD Health Numbers See All Kidney TopicsBrowse By Category Diet and nutrition Diseases and conditions Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing Tests and procedures Treatments and therapies Imagen Hot topics in kidney health podcastTune in for the latest research and perspectives on kidney health from NKF.
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Imagen NKF Patient JourneyAnswer a few questions and we will provide you with information about your kidney health.Imagen CKD Basics CourseLearn about the basics of kidney disease, how it is measured, and what happens if you have kidney failure.Imagen Know Your RiskAnswer a few simple questions to find out if you are one of the 33% of adults in the U.S. who is at risk for kidney disease.
Featured Topics Nutrition and Kidney Disease, Stages 1-5 (Not on Dialysis) Phosphorus and Your CKD Diet Potassium in Your CKD Diet CKD Diet: How much protein is the right amount? Sodium and Your CKD Diet: How to Spice Up Your Cooking See all Diet & Nutrition Topics Tools & ResourcesImagen Recipe FinderNutrition is key to managing kidney disease and your overall healthImagen Find a DietitianLooking for guidance on a kidney-friendly diet? Find a dietitian in your area. Imagen NutritionYour home for resources on eating with kidney disease or to care for your overall kidney health.
Featured Topics Dialysis Hemodialysis Peritoneal Dialysis Home Dialysis Coping Effectively See all Dialysis Topics Related News & Stories Desmitificando la diálisis: opciones de tratamiento y cambios de vida¿Puedes tener una mascota si haces diálisis en casa? ¡Sí! Te contamos cómoFortaleza al compartir: “Hay poder en contar tu historia renal.”¿Qué es el hospicio para la falla renal? Imagen Do you need support?NKF PEERS is a program where kidney patients, living donors, or care partners can connect over the phone with a trained mentor.
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Featured Topics Clinical Trials Are Clinical Trials Safe? Finding out More about Clinical Trials Kidney Disease Clinical Trial Directory Who Can Participate in a Clinical Trial See all Clinical Trial Topics Related News & Stories Ensayos clínicos sobre la nefropatía: ¿son adecuados para usted? Imagen Join the KidneyCARE StudyAdvance kidney research by sharing your experience living with kidney disease.Imagen Impact Patient-Centered ResearchKidney Research Connect matches you with research projects based on your connection to kidney disease.
Imagen InsuranceInsurance doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Learn about insurance options and choosing a plan that is right for you. Imagen Coping and Self-careImplementing coping strategies and practicing self-care are essential components in effectively managing illness and promoting overall health and well-being. Imagen Vaccine InformationAs a dialysis patient or transplant recipient you may be wondering — are vaccines safe for me? Do I need them?
Imagen NutritionLearn about a kidney-friendly diet, so you can stay healthy with kidney disease whether you are at home or dining out. Imagen ExerciseExercise is important for everyone, especially for people with kidney disease. Imagen Sexual HealthKidney disease can affect your sexuality in many ways — from hormones, nerves, energy levels, even medicine.
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Imagen Professional Education Resource CenterCME/CE courses designed for professionals committed to improving patient outcomes.Imagen Kidney Commute PodcastProviding connection through education and serving as an innovative opportunity to fulfill CE requirements.Imagen Spring Clinical MeetingsNKF’s premiere educational event for the interprofessional kidney health team.
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What is CKDintercept?A groundbreaking initiative from the National Kidney Foundation to improve chronic kidney disease (CKD) testing, recognition, and management in primary care.Imagen Learn More About CKDinterceptOnly 10% of people living with CKD are aware that they have CKD.Imagen CKDintercept National OverviewNKF and partners will develop local road maps to drive a cultural shift in primary care.Imagen CKD Change PackageA systematic approach to transform CKD care, advance health equity, and improve health care quality.
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