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We’re fighting to eliminate preventable kidney disease, accelerate innovation, and dismantle structural inequities in kidney care. Join our fight.

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National Kidney Foundation
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This clinical research study is evaluating an investigational treatment option to potentially help manage and slow the progression of immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN), or Berger’s disease. Learn more:
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RESET-SLE™ is a phase 1/2 clinical trial being conducted to evaluate the effects of an investigational cell therapy, CABA-201, in patients with active lupus nephritis (LN) or active lupus (SLE) without renal involvement. Learn more about the study at
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The RAINIER Study aims to reach higher summits in IgAN research. Learn more:
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Today is #KidneyCancerAwarenessDay! Do you know the facts about kidney cancer? Watch our short animated videos to learn more.
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National Kidney Foundation
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Today is #FSGS Awareness Day! The New Era Act helps patients with rare kidney diseases by promoting early detection of rare and genetic kidney diseases, enhancing education of doctors and patients, and conducting more research. We need YOUR voice to push it across the finish
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National Kidney Foundation
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Patients living with Immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN), or Berger’s disease, may be eligible for a clinical research study that may help improve kidney function and slow the progression of IgAN. Learn more:
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National Kidney Foundation
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RESET-SLE™ is a phase 1/2 clinical trial being conducted to evaluate the effects of an investigational cell therapy, CABA-201, in patients with active lupus nephritis (LN) or active lupus (SLE) without renal involvement. Learn more about the study at
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For 75 years, your voices, actions, and generosity have been critical to our success. Join us as we accelerate progress, drive innovation, and ensure kidney care is accessible to all. Take action: #NKF75years
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National Kidney Foundation
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Home dialysis lets people manage treatment at home with peritoneal dialysis or home hemodialysis. Is it right for you? Take this quick quiz to find out.
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National Kidney Foundation
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We’re looking for people with IgAN who are 18 or older to participate in this clinical trial. Learn more:
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National Kidney Foundation
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Catheter-related bloodstream Infection (CRBSI) can be serious. Learn the facts by visiting our CRBSI page, which has been updated to include a new interactive digital infographic.
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National Kidney Foundation
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Whether heading to the park, relaxing in your backyard, or planning a picnic with family and friends, these five kidney-friendly foods will make the experience even better.
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National Kidney Foundation
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Cannabis may help some people with kidney disease feel better—but it’s not right for everyone. Learn the facts and talk to your healthcare provider about cannabis before trying it.
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National Kidney Foundation
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Think you know hydration? Let's bust some myths! Take the Healthy Hydration Quiz today. #HydrateforKidneyHealth
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National Kidney Foundation
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Potassium is an essential mineral, but it is important to make sure you have the right amount. Tune in and hear from experts on how high potassium (hyperkalemia) can impact health and it’s risk in people with advanced chronic kidney disease.
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National Kidney Foundation
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Do you need a kidney transplant? Sign up for our FREE guide to hear from other patients about how to find a living donor by sharing your story: #TransplantsForAll
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National Kidney Foundation
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In a time when the hope of surviving kidney failure was rare, one family refused to give up. Pulitzer prize winning journalist, Maura Casey recounts her sister's fight for life in the 1960s and the legacy of hope it left behind.
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National Kidney Foundation
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"For anyone who has kidney disease, especially the young ones. be alert, eat right, take your medications, and be persistent with your lab and doctor visits." says transplant recipient, Maria Madak. #AAPIHM
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National Kidney Foundation
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Our new interactive digital infographic will help answer questions about CRBSI, such as its cause and steps for prevention.
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National Kidney Foundation
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Maura Casey has had an award-winning journalism career, but it wasn't until the pandemic that she turned inward to write her most personal story yet: a memoir about her sister's fight with kidney failure in a time when transplantation was rare and hope even rarer.
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