Dialysis or transplantation isn’t always the approach a person with kidney failure chooses to take. For others, these treatments are not...

Phosphorus is a very important mineral that helps keep bones strong, repairs cells, gives us energy, and is vital to lung function. But...

Are dialysis and transplantation the only options for managing kidney failure? For some people, the answer is no. Conservative care is an...

Did you know cats and dogs can develop kidney disease just like people? Since May is National Pet Month , it's a great time to explore...

The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) wrote to the White House expressing both opportunities and concerns about potential changes to the...

Chronic kidney disease affects millions of Americans, yet many people don't know they have it until the disease has progressed...

Right now, 1 in 7 U.S. adults has kidney disease , but 90% don't know it . National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is stepping up its advocacy...

What’s good for your kidneys can also be good for the planet. This Earth Month, try one of our kidney-friendly recipes highlighting...

National Kidney Foundation (NKF) leaders made a powerful case for preserving Medicaid coverage as a lifeline for Americans with kidney...

Right now, around 1 in 5 donated kidneys don't make it to a recipient due to delays in transportation, damage, or other problems. Every...

As part of the 2025 Kidney Patient Summit, the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) hosted two deep dive educational sessions that brought...

Earlier this month, the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) welcomed 112 kidney patient advocates from 35 states to Washington, D.C., for...

Spring is in the air. It's the perfect time to embrace fresh, kidney-friendly ingredients and dishes that taste as good as they look....

Did you know your kidneys filter about 50 gallons of blood every single day? Staying hydrated is key to making sure they can do their...

National Kidney Month is the perfect time to focus on health and kickstart your new exercise routine. Staying active is important for...

A swollen face, a shocking blood pressure reading, and a rare kidney disease–at 17, Andrew Natera's life changed in ways he never...

Take charge of your kidney health this National Kidney Month. Learn what questions to ask your doctor to better understand your kidneys...

Access to kidney transplants isn't always fair—especially for Black/African American people facing systemic barriers to getting the care...

Millions of kidney patients nationwide rely on federal programs for healthcare, transplant support, and life-saving medications. From...

On January 28, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ( FDA ) approved Ozempic for use in people with type 2 diabetes and kidney...