Kidney Walks
The Kidney Walk is the nation's largest walk to fight kidney disease. Held in nearly 100 communities, the event raises awareness and funds lifesaving programs that educate and support patients, their families and those at risk. Take a lifesaving step today and sign up for a walk.
For more information contact John Tjaarda at 803.799.3870, ext 635.
NKF Konica Minolta Golf Classic
The NKF Konica Minolta Golf Classic is the nation's premier amateur golf event for charity. The top six finishing teams (Gross and Handicap Index Divisions combined) from every local NKF Konica Minolta Golf Classic are invited to compete in the National Finals held at the famed Pebble Beach Resorts (additional fees required).
For more information contact John Tjaarda at 803.799.3870 ext 635
Your Kidneys and You Free Training
This 20-minute presentation educates the audience on the Treatment, Prevention, Awareness of Kidney Disease. It's a great opportunity for friends, family, colleagues, churches, community centers, schools, and more to take charge of their health!
Learn more about your kidneys by watching this video
National Kidney Foundation partners for
Kidney Health and Colon Cancer Awareness
Healthy Body and Healthy Mind
March 31, 2018 9:30am until 3:30pm
Click on this link for more information
To have a presentation given for your organization please contact Ava R Dean at 803.799.3870 ext 631.
The Cooking Doc
Dr. Shusterman is a board certified nephrologist at Carolina Nephrology in Greenville SC. He sees patients at all of the hospitals in the upstate and has office hours in Simpsonville, Easley and downtown Greenville. He is also the medical director at the home dialysis clinic in Easley and the Travelers Rest in-center hemodialysis unit. Dr. Shusterman has a passion for cooking and healthy eating and hosts his own internet cooking show. On his show, called "The Cooking Doc," he creates and shares recipes that are healthy for your kidneys and delicious to eat.
Video of the Month
November: Pumpkin chocolate chip bread
September: Fizzy drink
August: Southwest Turkey Burger
July: A Summer Rice Salad
June: Summer Squash Soup
May: Healthy Spicy Shrimp
April: Top 5 Kidney Diet Myths
KEEP Healthy - Free Kidney Health Check
The National Kidney Foundation's community-based initiative to educate about the kidneys, risk factors for kidney disease, and steps to take to keep kidneys healthy and reduce risk.
Check-up includes: risk survey, body mass index (BMI), blood pressure check, free educational materials, and opportunity to speak with a health care professional. Click here for more information.
Kidney Cars Car Donation
Donate your old car, van, truck, or boat to help improve the lives of the millions of Americans affected by kidney disease. Donate now.
Call 800.488.CARS
Kidney Clothes Collection
Schedule a next-day pick-up in Columbia or Charleston - 343-3332
By donating your unwanted household items and clothes, you can help fund life-saving services for kidney patients and those at risk in your community. A Kidney Clothes Collection truck will come to your home to take away your unwanted items. Please mark all boxes and furniture with a note indicating they are for the NKF, and a receipt for your generous donation will be waiting for you! Call to schedule your next-day pick-up today. Click here for more information.
National Kidney Foundation Partnering with Organizations to Combat Diabetes in SC
2016-2021 Statewide Comprehensive Diabetes Prevention Plan for South Carolina