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Damaris Cruz, MS, RDN, LDN CRN of Florida Chapter Co-Chair

As of 2018, an estimated 11.4 million undocumented immigrants were living in the United States.1 Historically, the undocumented immigrant population has been negatively impacted by social health disparities, such as food insecurity, lack of housing, and inadequate access to health care. They also encounter greater stigma and marginalization, challenges with acculturation, and...

Before the existence of three new medications designed to help individuals with type 2 diabetes and kidney disease or early-stage kidney disease, we only had ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blockers that were kidney protective and managed blood pressure. Now we have SGLT2 inhibitors and Finerenone which are also kidney protective.

"The SGLT-2 inhibitors or Flozins that have been shown in randomized clinical trials to reduce...

Sharon McMahon's commitment to truth and the democratic processes that shape the US gave her the online title of America's Government Teacher®. By sharing non-partisan facts and encouraging advocacy under her social media platform, @SharonSaysSo, she's built a caring community called Governerds. Together, they've raised millions to help people in need across the country. Now the Governerds are raising awareness for another important topic–...

Dawn P. Edwards, a 25-year chronic kidney disease warrior and nocturnal home hemodialysis patient, has watched kidney disease nutrition change over the years. At the start of her kidney disease journey, healthcare professionals dissuaded her from plant-based diets because she was at risk of developing dangerous potassium levels. Now many providers support these diets if guided by a professional. Following this advice, Dawn has since worked...

Choosing to participate in a clinical trial is a big decision that may change the course of your life. Before making that choice, it’s important to understand how clinical trials work and the possible benefits and risks involved. Read on to get all the answers you need to make an informed decision. 

Each study has rules about who can or cannot participate, called "eligibility." These rules or criteria are...

Clinicians can use this tool to help explain the stages of kidney disease to patients.

You may be surprised to learn just how common kidney disease is. In fact, one in seven American adults today is living with some level of kidney disease. What puts you at risk? Having high blood pressure, diabetes, a family history of kidney failure, and being over 60...

Even with 37 million Americans facing chronic kidney disease and millions more living with related ailments, it can sometimes be difficult to put a “face” to the disease. The truth is, kidney disease has many forms and even more faces. From the transplant recipient to the...