There’s a severe kidney shortage. Should donors be compensated?
Martinez Majors Sr. of Alexandria, Va., 65, had no idea his kidneys were failing. Then, three years ago, a severe case of edema landed him in the hospital.Read More
National Kidney Foundation releases recommendations for use of genetics in nephrology
The National Kidney Foundation has released new recommendations for the use of genomics to test for, and diagnose, genetic kidney diseases, according to a press release.Read More
Bringing Smiles and Fun Nationwide, the American Kidney Fund’s National Virtual Camp Helps Children and Teens with Kidney Disease Feel Less Alone
The American Kidney Fund (AKF) today highlighted the growth and ongoing success of its National Virtual Camp program for children and teens with kidney disease – the only virtual program of its kind for pediatric kidney patients.Read More
Sen. Mattie Hunter Hosts 20th Annual Family Health and Fitness Fair
Illinois State Senator Mattie Hunter (3rd District), in partnership with the Institute for Positive Living, the Illinois Institute of Technology, Ada S. McKinley, and TASC, is hosting one of the city’s largest health fairs.Read More
Fresenius Commits to Sustainability With Renewable Energy Agreements
Fresenius Medical Care, a leading provider of products and services for patients with kidney disease, has signed five virtual power purchase agreements with wind and solar energy project developers.Read More
Illinois Kidney Care Alliance and Dialysis Patient Citizens Create First-in-the-Nation Training Curriculum for Community Health Workers
The program is now open for registration through the Illinois Public Health Association.Read More
American Kidney Fund launches new advocacy network for patients with rare kidney disease
The American Kidney Fund has launched the Rare Kidney Disease Action Network, an advocacy initiative for patients with rare conditions, according to a press release.Read More
Thousands gather for 25th annual Walk for Kidneys, raise over $264K
CHICAGO – More than 1,600 people gathered along the Chicago lakefront on Sunday to walk for kidney health.Read More
DaVita Belvidere Dialysis nurse receives DAISY Award
BELVIDERE, Ill. (WIFR) – A dedicated caregiver receives a heartwarming surprise Friday as she receives the DAISY award for nursing.Read More
DaVita Honors 54 Nephrology Nurses with DAISY Awards
DaVita, a leading provider of kidney care services, today announced that 54 of its nephrology nurses were honored with the DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nurses during National Nurses Week.Read More