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(April 15, 2024, New York, NY) — The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is delighted to announce that Dr. Suma Nair is the recipient of this year's esteemed Public Service Award. Suma Nair, PhD, MS, RD, is the Associate Administrator for the Health Systems Bureau at the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), U.S....
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Kidney transplants are the optimal treatment option for many kidney patients. However, the average wait time for a kidney is 3-5 years, and in some areas, much longer. Unfortunately, not all patients can afford to wait that long. As a healthcare professional, you can play a vital role in helping patients find a transplant sooner by educating them about living kidney donations....
(April 1, 2024, 2024, New York, NY) — The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is excited to announce that Renal Nutrition Expert Kathy Schiro Harvey, MS, RDN, CSR, is the recipient of this year’s prestigious Joel D. Kopple Award. Each year, the NKF meticulously evaluates specialists in nephrology, selecting those who exemplify the...
The possibility of inheriting a genetic disease can cast a shadow on anyone's life, yet the Smith family never let the prospect get them down. Charlotte Smith takes after her family–always living life to the fullest despite her chances of inheriting an eventual diagnosis of...
Receiving a kidney from a friend or a loved one is wonderful and life-changing, but it can also be stressful. Many people experience a mixture of gratitude, anxiety, and relief; Thankful for their donor, excited for a new life, yet not wanting to hurt their loved one or lose the donated kidney to rejection.
Your feelings surrounding your kidney transplant are all valid, but the broad range of emotions can be challenging to deal with....
(March 20, 2024, New York, NY) —The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is proud to announce that Imperial Headwear will join us once again as the “Official Headwear” of the 37th Annual NKF Golf Classic. Funds raised through this fun event help NKF promote optimal...
New York, NY—July 21, 2021 - National Minority Donor Awareness Month is a collaborative effort by the National Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation Multicultural Action Group to save and improve the quality of life of diverse communities by creating a positive culture for organ, eye, and tissue donation. National Minority Donor Awareness Month stems from National Minority Donor Awareness Week, founded in 1996 by the National Minority...
Advocates United for Kidney Health on Capitol Hill at NKF’s 11th Annual Kidney Patient Summit
Voices for Kidney Health Advocates Joined Forces to Enhance Kidney Wellness for Millions
(Washington, D.C., February 28, 2024) — The National Kidney Foundation’s (NKF) 11th Annual Kidney Patient...
~ National Walk Campaigns make every step count to help Families facing Kidney Disease ~
(March 22, 2024, New York, NY) —The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is excited to launch NKF’s 2024 Annual Kidney Walk campaigns across the country, recognizing the importance of addressing renal health issues and promoting optimal kidney health and well-...