50% of adults living with lupus will also have lupus nephritis, which occurs when the immune system attacks healthy kidney cells & causes damage to the kidneys. Learn more about symptoms, treatment & patients' experiences living with lupus nephritis:

This is the first and  only treatment for patients 12 years and older with C3 glomerulopathy (C3G) or primary immune complex membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis (IC-MPGN) to reduce proteinuria. Learn more:

Great news on an important innovation in rare kidney disease treatment. The FDA has approved @AppellisPharma’s EMPAVELI® (pegcetacoplan).

RT @ILKidneyCare: Following healthy lifestyle choices can help prevent kidney disease. And if you do have kidney disease, there are steps t….

Genetic causes of kidney disease are more common than you might realize.​ ​Genetic testing looks for changes in your DNA that can cause kidney disease. Learn about the benefits of genetic testing for determining the cause of your kidney disease:

For teens living with #C3G, switching from pediatric doctors to adult specialists can feel overwhelming. The transition process can also lead to missed appointments, lapses in medicine & a general lack of care. Learn how to keep C3G care on track:

YOU are our most important partner in fighting kidney disease on all fronts. Utilize your own hobbies, interests and network to support AKF’s programs! Check out our fundraising tools, tips and learn more about fundraising for AKF:

AKF commends #WashingtonDC for enacting the Living Donor Protection Amendment Act of 2025 (B26-0022) earlier this month that will provide increased protections for living organ donors. Learn more: #KidneyAction

Myth or fact? “You wouldn’t have gout if you had taken better care of yourself.” Learn the truth by taking our quiz about gout and kidney disease:

A $275,000 grant from the Schattner Foundation is helping AKF provide greater assistance to people with kidney failure in DC, Maryland and Virginia and supporting our Camp Connections virtual camp for kids and teens living with kidney disease. Learn More:

See full release from @RepNadler:.

“The Living Donor Protection Act would be a significant step in efforts to encourage more living donors by providing the protections against life, long-term care, and disability insurance discrimination.” said LaVarne Burton, President and CEO, American Kidney Fund.

RT @NHCOA: The first presentation featured Nancy Glick, Director of Food and Nutrition Policy at @ncl_tweets. We then heard from Shahzia La….

Diagnosed with or care for someone with #kidneycancer? View our Talk To Your Doctor Guide to help take an active role in your care plan during your next visit:

Congrats to @sunisalee on winning the ESPY for Best Comeback Athlete🎉 After being diagnosed with 2 rare kidney diseases in 2023, Suni won 3 medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics 🏅 To help her celebrate, she brought her doctor, Dr. Faustin, as her date:

Your kidneys work to balance phosphorus & other electrolytes in the blood. But when your kidneys aren’t working correctly, phosphorus levels can become high and cause serious damage to the body if left untreated. Learn how to manage phosphorus levels:

AKF's President & CEO, LaVarne Burton, told Healthcare Brew that “Given the number of people in need of a transplant and the better health and quality of life outcomes associated with a transplant, we need to find ways to improve the status quo.” Article:

On July 1, The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) introduced the Increasing Organic Transplant Access (IOTA) model, a six‑year initiative aiming to boost kidney transplant rates through performance‑based payments.

RT @ILKidneyCare: As the summer sun heats up, jumping in a pool is a good way to stay cool. However, if you're on dialysis, swimming can co….

Primary hyperoxaluria, or PH, is a rare but serious condition that can lead to kidney failure if left undiagnosed & untreated. Knowing the signs & getting the right tests can make a difference. Learn more about PH, symptoms, & how it affects the kidneys: