NKF Blog

Dialysis can help those with kidney failure live longer, healthier lives, but as a patient, you may...

Guest Column by Reg Green
Sometimes in the middle of the night, the pager by Dr. Gabriel Danovitch’...

When it comes to vital organs, hearts get all the love. But kidneys are just as essential to...

Less is More When You Heart Your Kidneys
If you’re carrying some extra pounds, it may be time to...

Find your local ESRD Network
By Eileen Boyte, MSW
Have you heard of the ESRD Networks (End...

Facing a chronic illness like kidney disease can make it challenging to do the things you used to...

Take a Time Out to Tune In on Kidney Health
Crack open your favorite book or turn on your e-reader...

By, Kati Walker, NKF Peers Living Donor Mentor
In January 2014, I donated a kidney to...

UPDATE: Traditional Halloween activities are fun, but some can increase the risk of getting or...

The holidays are a time of celebration. Parties and get-togethers with friends, family, and...

Whether you’ve been newly diagnosed with kidney disease, or have been living with it for a...

Keep your kidneys healthy by being “water wise.” This means drinking the right amount of water for...

Most children tend to consume excess salt in their diets, since busy parents often rely on...