The Process of the Kidney Transplant Waiting List
Did you know that it is Donate Life Month? During April, communities around the U.S. take time to raise awareness about the importance of organ donation and encourage individuals to consider becoming donors. With thousands of people waiting for a life-saving kidney, it comes as no surprise that kidney transplantation is one of the most […]
Your Guide to Different Types of Kidney Disease
Did you know that each year, millions of people battle kidney disease? The National Kidney Foundation estimates that roughly 10% of the global population is affected by CKD in some capacity. In forwarding the dialogue around kidney health education, we collaborated with ANC’s Dr. Alec Otteman to break down different types of kidney disease and […]
The Global Impact of Kidney Disease
March is National Kidney Month! To promote the discourse around kidney disease, we sat down with ANC’s Dr. Cara Walz to gather her perspective on how kidney disease impacts people around the world. In this week’s blog, we’re discussing the severity of kidney disease in the general population, insights on what groups are most at-risk, […]
In the Media: Celebrities with Kidney Disease
Kidney disease is an insidious disease that affects roughly More than 1 in 7 US adults. Oftentimes diagnoses can require patients to shift their lifestyles in order to accommodate kidney-friendly routines to prevent additional harm. However, battling kidney disease doesn’t condemn you to a bleak life. In fact, through today’s technologies and medications, many kidney […]
A New Year of Kidney Health: 10 Lifestyle Changes for 2025
There’s a lot of messaging that can arise during the new year regarding resolutions and unrealistic lifestyle adjustments. This year, we’re empowering patients to slowly incorporate a few intentional steps to use in the new year without burning out. Our PA and dietician, Ella Harpole, sat down to draft a few tips and implementation techniques […]
