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American Kidney Fund Announces Launch of Health Equity …

WEBROCKVILLE, Md. – The American Kidney Fund (AKF) today launched a new website aimed at improving health equity in kidney disease, with a focus on …

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Kidney Health for All American Kidney Fund

WEBKidney health inequities Lives are at stake Kidney disease is the fastest-growing non-contagious disease in the United States. Currently, about 37 million Americans have …

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Quick kidney disease facts and stats American Kidney Fund

WEB35.5 million Americans have kidney disease. About 808,000 Americans are living with kidney failure. More than 557,000 Americans are on dialysis. Kidney disease …

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All about kidneys American Kidney Fund

WEBYour kidneys are bean-shaped organs located near the middle of your back, one on either side of your spine. Each is about the size of a fist. Your kidneys are part of your urinary …

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A new bill to address health disparities: the Health Equity and

WEBThe Health Equity and Accountability Act is a new bill that aims to make health care more fair and accessible for everyone, especially for people with kidney …

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Medicines to manage kidney disease

WEBMedicines for chronic kidney disease (CKD) can help manage symptoms, slow down progression of the disease, and help prevent other related health problems. The type of …

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American Kidney Fund Launches National Kidney Health Equity …

WEBROCKVILLE, Md. (April 25, 2024) – As part of its longstanding commitment to kidney health equity, the American Kidney Fund (AKF) has launched a national media …

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Kidney Month: 31 Days of Action to Fight Kidney Disease

WEBThis year, we're putting action into Kidney Month, with 31 days of action that will focus on equipping and empowering people with the tools and resources they need …

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Top 5 healthy drinks for people with kidney disease

WEBHere are five of my favorite drinks that are generally healthy for people with kidney disease: Black coffee: Every year, there seems to be a new study that publicizes …

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What to consider before donating a kidney

WEBIf you drink alcohol in moderation (up to one drink a day for a woman and up to two drinks a day for a man), you can likely move forward with donating a kidney. If …

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Key benefits of plant proteins in your kidney-friendly food plan

WEBThe benefits of plant proteins go beyond sodium and fats; since they contain calcium, magnesium and vitamin C, eating plant proteins can reduce the acid load in …

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Meet your treatment team: Renal dietitian American Kidney Fund

WEBRenal dietitians are experts in food and nutrition specifically for people with kidney disease. Your dietitian is an important member of your care team and they work …

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Kidney-friendly eating plan American Kidney Fund

WEBA kidney-friendly eating plan helps you manage your kidney disease and slow down damage to your kidneys. It does this by preventing certain minerals from …

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Kidney disease prevention

WEBChoose fresh or frozen vegetables instead of canned. If you do use canned vegetables, rinse them with water before eating or cooking to remove extra salt. Shop …

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Health Insurance Premium Program (HIPP) American Kidney Fund

WEBAbout the Health Insurance Premium Program (HIPP) In 2021, AKF provided HIPP grants to nearly 71,000 patients nationwide, ensuring these individuals can maintain their …

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5 strategies for promoting gut health American Kidney Fund

WEBFamilyCook Productions is a national leader in teaching kitchen programming for obesity prevention and treatment, offering turn-key programming to hundreds of schools, …

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Alcohol and kidney disease American Kidney Fund

WEBAccording to the National Institutes of Health, 59% of men and 51% of women over the age of 18 had a drink of alcohol within the last month. On the other hand, that …

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Herbal supplements and chronic kidney disease (CKD)

WEBHerbal supplements are products made from plants, such as their oils, roots, seeds, berries or flowers. People use them to improve health, manage symptoms or …

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Recovery after transplant surgery American Kidney Fund

WEBRecover in the hospital for 3-4 days after surgery. Your transplant team will closely watch your recovery while you are in the hospital. It is common to feel some …

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High potassium (hyperkalemia): Causes, prevention and treatment

WEBUsing a salt substitute that contains potassium (they have around 800 mg of potassium per ¼ teaspoon!) Constipation. High blood sugars. Missing dialysis …

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