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Surviving the holidays with healthy habits intact can be tricky for anyone, but for those with kidney disease there’s more at stake than just the number on the scale. While that one may be the most obvious, it’s important to know your other numbers – your lab targets, any dietary limits or restrictions, and your daily calorie allowance. Establish your health goals and use these tips to help prepare for upcoming social events...

Did you know that obesity places you at increased risk for kidney disease? It directly causes diabetes and high blood pressure, two of the leading causes of kidney disease. Indirectly, carrying extra weight forces the kidneys to work harder to filter the toxins and wastes from the body which can ultimately damage the kidneys’ filters. With so many reasons to lose weight, why wait until January to start on a health-kick or launch a new...

Natural disasters (blizzards, earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, etc.) or electrical power blackouts can disrupt healthcare services, such as dialysis treatment. The aim of the information on this website is to help you prepare for possible emergencies. By knowing what to do and preparing ahead, you can feel secure if an emergency should occur. You may want to print this information along with the emergency meal plan, and keep it in...