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Pride in Practice: Empowering LGBTQIA+ Communities in Kidney Health

Trigger warning: This article discusses suicidal ideation and suicide. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, call the National Suicide ...

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Health systems, social systems, and environmental factors,

Healthcare quality, access, and evaluation,

Social determinants of health,

5 Asian American and Pacific Islander Icons With Kidney Disease

In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we're showcasing the journeys of five people with kidney disease who made history. The...

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Health systems, social systems, and environmental factors,

Healthcare quality, access, and evaluation,

Social determinants of health,

Race and ethnicity,

Kidney Disease Risk: Insights from Hispanic/Latino Influencers

Discover why Hispanic/Latino communities face a higher risk of kidney disease. Follow influencers' perspectives to understand risks, preventive ...

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

A Grammy-Winner’s Journey to Fame and Kidney Transplantation

Four-time Grammy winner Brian Kennedy knows a lot about writing and producing chart-topping hits. What he did not know was that his kidneys were quiet...

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Organ and tissue transplantation and donation,

Diseases and conditions,

Kidney transplantation,

Cardiovascular disease,

High blood pressure

Heart Your Kidney Care: Six Tips for a Healthier You

Understand the important link between heart and kidney health. Get actionable tips for improving your overall health and well-being.

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Diseases and conditions,

Cardiovascular disease,

Empowering Communities: Improving Kidney Health in New England

Donna Nickerson, Executive Director of the National Kidney Foundation Serving New England, is on a mission to understand and improve kidney health in ...

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Fundraising and volunteering

Turning Hurdles into Hope: How one Hospital Overcomes Kidney Transplant Obstacles

Housing instability, language barriers, and finances. These social factors, among others, often block someones access to a kidney transplant. Houston...

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Organ and tissue transplantation and donation,

Living donation,

Social determinants of health

“Incredibly Fulfilling” How One University is Helping People Overcome Kidney Transplant Barriers

[VIDEO::http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ufDWuv5UwQo::aVideoStyle] Diabetes, the leading cause of kidney disease, has hit epidemic levels in South Carol...

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Health systems, social systems, and environmental factors,

Healthcare system navigation and patient advocacy

Raúl de Molina and NKF Join Forces to Fight Against Kidney Disease

Discover the incredible life of Raúl de Molina, from his days as a Miami photo reporter to becoming a kidney cancer survivor and TV personality. Explo...

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Health systems, social systems, and environmental factors,

Healthcare quality, access, and evaluation,

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,