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Genetics vs. Family History: What's the Difference for Kidney Disease?

You may have heard the phrase, “Kidney disease runs in the family.” But what does that really mean? The terms genetics and family history are often us...

Tests and procedures,

Patient Education Library: Flyers

Find printable flyers to help people learn about kidney disease, testing, nutrition, treatment options, transplant, living donation, and questions to ...

Treatments and therapies,

Tests and procedures,

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Organ and tissue transplantation and donation,

Kidney function,

Diseases and conditions,

Diet and nutrition

Rethinking Kidney Health: Advancing Albuminuria is Mission Possible

By Joseph Vassalotti, Chief Medical Officer, National Kidney Foundation This new blog series is authored by physicians and researchers committed to im...

Tests and procedures,

Urine albumin-creatinine ratio (uACR)

Vaccines for Children with Kidney Disease

Vaccine information designed for children (under 19 years) living with kidney disease, on dialysis, or a kidney transplant. NKF will continue to be a ...

Tests and procedures,

Children and adolescents

5 Vaccine Myths Busted for People with Kidney Disease

Vaccines save lives, especially for people with CKD. Learn the facts, debunk common myths, and get trusted guidance from NKF.

Tests and procedures,

Pneumococcal vaccination,

Hepatitis B vaccination,

Flu vaccination,

COVID-19 vaccination

Living with a UPJ Kidney Obstruction

After decades of kidney pain, Eddie discovered he had UPJ obstruction. Learn how surgery gave him relief and a new outlook on life.

Tests and procedures,

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Kidney function

How NKF Got Here: Kidney Care in the 2010s

Behind every milestone in kidney health is a story of patients, doctors, and advocates working together. Here’s how NKF helped lead the way from 2010 ...

Tests and procedures,

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Health systems, social systems, and environmental factors,

Fundraising and volunteering

Contrast Dye and Your Kidneys

Contrast dye is used in tests like MRIs and CT scans and can affect kidneys. Learn about the different types and what people with kidney disease need ...

Tests and procedures,

Diagnostic, screening, and imaging tests,

Can You Improve Your eGFR? What The Science Says

Learn what a low eGFR means for kidney health, what affects it, and get six science-backed ways to slow down damage.

Tests and procedures,

Kidney function,

Urine albumin-creatinine ratio (uACR),

Glomerular filtration rate,

How Sharing Your Kidney Disease Journey Can Improve Care for Everyone

Patient voices matter. See how NKF’s KidneyCARE Study™ is changing kidney disease research by focusing on real-life experiences and long-term data

Treatments and therapies,

Tests and procedures,

Prevention, daily life, and wellbeing,

Diet and nutrition