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, […]
Breaking Down In-Center Dialysis vs. At-Home Options
The second installment of our “Demystifying Dialysis” initiative shares the key differences between home hemolysis and peritoneal dialysis. This week Dr. Ali takes us through the pros and cons of each along with key points Nephrologists wish patients were more aware of when selecting their dialysis options. Different Dialysis Types Regardless of modality, dialysis aims […]
Recognizing the Early Warning Signs of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a silent yet progressive condition affecting millions globally. At ANC, we believe in empowering our readers with knowledge, especially about diseases like CKD, where early detection can make a significant difference. Understanding your risk and the warning signs at various stages of CKD can lead to timely medical intervention and […]
