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Grill, Chill, and Stay Kidney-Healthy this 4th of July
The 4th of July is a time for food, fun, and fireworks. But it can be tough to find recipes that are festive and kidney-friendly. Don’t...

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Jul 13 min read
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Welcome to the CKD intercept Blog: Advancing Early CKD Detection and Care
Article written by: Elizabeth Montgomery and Katelyn Laue, MPH Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is an underrecognized public health crisis....

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Jun 302 min read
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Silent Costs and Hidden Risks: Employers’ Role in Improving CKD Detection and Management
Article written by: Katelyn Laue, MPH Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is one of the most underdiagnosed and costly health issues affecting...

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Jun 273 min read
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A Day on the Hill: Why Every Voice Matters in the Fight for Kidney Health
By Kevin Longino, National Kidney Foundation’s (NKF) CEO and Kidney Transplant Recipient Advocacy plays a crucial role in improving...

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Jun 243 min read
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Ten Low-Potassium Foods that Make Eating Fun Again
Looking for new low-potassium foods to enjoy? Good news—there are plenty of delicious options that may work with a kidney...

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Jun 173 min read
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Creating Safer Kidney Care Spaces for LGBTQIA+ People
What does feeling truly seen and supported mean in your health care? For many LGBTQIA+ people with kidney disease, the answer isn’t...

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Jun 122 min read
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Cannabis and Kidney Disease–What You Need to Know
Cannabis, also known as marijuana, pot, or weed, has been used for medicine, rituals, and even making rope for thousands of years. But...

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Jun 34 min read
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Kidney-Friendly Recipes to Pack for a Perfect Summer Picnic
Now is the perfect time to bask in the sun and enjoy a meal outside. Whether heading to the park, relaxing in your backyard, or planning...

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May 283 min read
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Kidney Patients’ Guide to the CONNECT for Health Act
Telehealth services have become a lifeline for many kidney patients in recent years. The CONNECT for Health Act could make these services...

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May 232 min read
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How Sharing your Kidney Disease Journey can Improve Care for Everyone
Patient registries are powerful tools that help improve care and outcomes for people with a disease. National Kidney Foundation’s (NKF)...

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May 222 min read
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What is Hospice for Kidney Failure?
Dialysis or transplantation isn’t always the approach a person with kidney failure chooses to take. For others, these treatments are not...

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May 133 min read
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Finding the Balance: Kidney Disease and High Phosphorus
Phosphorus is a very important mineral that helps keep bones strong, repairs cells, gives us energy, and is vital to lung function. But...

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May 123 min read
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Understanding Conservative Care for Kidney Failure
Are dialysis and transplantation the only options for managing kidney failure? For some people, the answer is no. Conservative care is an...

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May 73 min read
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Pets can get Kidney Disease, too. Learn How to Protect Them
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...

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May 13 min read
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NKF Weighs in on Proposed HHS Reorganization
The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) wrote to the White House expressing both opportunities and concerns about potential changes to the...

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Apr 302 min read
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Advocating for Kidney Health: NKF’s Funding Priorities for 2026
Chronic kidney disease affects millions of Americans, yet many people don't know they have it until the disease has progressed...

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Apr 293 min read
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NKF Advances Kidney Health Efforts: Collaboration with HHS and MAHA Commission
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...

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Apr 282 min read
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Eat Green: Five Kidney-Friendly Recipes for Earth Month
What’s good for your kidneys can also be good for the planet. This Earth Month, try one of our kidney-friendly recipes highlighting...

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Apr 254 min read
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NKF Urges House Committee to Protect Medicaid for Kidney Patients
National Kidney Foundation (NKF) leaders made a powerful case for preserving Medicaid coverage as a lifeline for Americans with kidney...

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Apr 251 min read
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A Sneak Peek Into the Future of Kidney Transplant Technologies
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...

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Apr 83 min read
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