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Forever Chemicals (PFAS) and Kidney Health

Get informed about forever chemicals and the dangers they pose to your health. Learn practical steps to reduce your exposure.

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Diseases and conditions,

Water and hydration,

Environmental risk factors

5 Ways to Help a Friend or Family Member with Kidney Disease

Your loved ones personality is as unique as their healthcare needs. By learning about their conditions, youll be able to provide the best help possi...

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

5 Ways to Help Your Friend or Family Member with Kidney Failure

Seeing someone you love go through kidney failure can be incredibly scary and frustrating. You may feel lost and unsure of how to help. Just as youll...

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Hot Topics: Plant-Based Diets and Kidney Disease

According to research published in theAmerican Journal of Kidney Diseases, people with kidney disease who consume more plant protein have a lower ris...

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Diet and nutrition,

Food and cooking,

Diet and meal planning,

Plant-based diet

5 Exercises for Kidney Patients to Put a Spring in Your Step

Say goodbye to cabin fever and hello to spring. Now that the temperatures are rising, it's time to refresh your workout routines by moving outside. P...

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Exercise and physical activity,

The Dos and Don'ts of Fluid Management for Kidney Disease

Some people with kidney disease need to limit their fluid intake. Learn why and where to begin.

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Diet and nutrition,

Kidney Disease and Mental Health: “You Can't Suffer in Silence.”

Receiving a kidney disease diagnosis can be overwhelming and lead to mental health struggles like depression or anxiety. Talking with someone who has ...

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Diseases and conditions,

Mental health and wellness,

Self-management and self-care,

Kidney diseases and conditions,

Autoimmune kidney diseases and conditions,

IgA nephropathy

Kidney Advocates Back Bill to Help Patients Manage Weight More Effectively

Kidney patients are keenly aware of the health risks associated with obesity: diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease are all associated wi...

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Healthy habits,

Coping With Kidney Disease Is Hard. Peer Mentors Can Help

Mental health is important for people with kidney disease. Far too many people face kidney disease without enough emotional support, but NKF Peers is ...

Treatments and therapies,

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Organ and tissue transplantation and donation,

Mental health and wellness,

Kidney transplantation,

Coping and self-care

What Your Urine Says About Your Kidney Health

This might be an awkward question, but have you had your pee tested lately? A urinalysis or urine test gives healthcare professionals a clearer pictur...

Tests and procedures,

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Diagnostic, screening, and imaging tests,

Disease prevention