Message from the President and CEO
Dear Friend,
Did you know that high blood pressure is the second leading cause of kidney disease? In fact, one out of four kidney failure cases is caused by high blood pressure.
You might be busy with summer plans, work or school, but take a few minutes for your health. My challenge to you is to have your blood pressure checked before the last day of June. Most cases of high blood pressure show no symptoms. The only way to know if you have high blood pressure is to be checked. Find out what your blood pressure numbers mean and learn what you can do to control your blood pressure.
I encourage you to visit AKF’s website regularly for information, exciting new podcasts, articles and health tips. As we continue in this exciting year filled with initiatives, programs and events that will help us further our mission of fighting kidney disease, watch your email for news and updates—and be sure to join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter.
With best wishes for your continued good health,
LaVarne A. Burton
President and CEO
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Spotlight on Your Health: Simple Tips to Jumpstart your Exercise Routine!
 Struggling with creating an exercise routine? Even a small amount of physical activity can make a big difference. A regular exercise routine and healthy diet are essential for improving your health and protecting your kidneys. Learn tips to help stay motivated and submit tips that inspire you to get moving!
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AKF Recognizes Veteran of Iraq War as Kidney Hero
 In the latest installment of the Kidney Heroes podcast series, we salute AKF Kidney Hero Scott Blaylock, an Iraq War veteran living with kidney disease. Listen to the latest podcast to learn his tips for maintaining kidney health.
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Learn it! Check it! Live it! – AKF’s New Prevention Toolkit
 You can help spread awareness of kidney disease at your next community, church, or neighborhood event by downloading AKF’s new Learn it! Check it! Live it! prevention toolkit. You’ll find free information, tips and tools to help adults at risk for kidney disease, diabetes or high blood pressure understand their risk factors, the screening tests and the importance of a healthy lifestyle in preventing kidney disease.
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Earn Free CMEs through AKF’s Online Courses
 AKF’s newest online course for medical professionals is now available. The free course, “Weighing the Outcomes: Ethical Issues in Kidney Disease,” offers continuing education credit for nephrology social workers, nurses and technicians. Participants will learn ways to respond to daily ethical dilemmas by using a decision-making framework and strategies that health care teams may employ to improve patient outcomes.
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Join in the Conversation!
The AKF Social Network is growing! Connect with AKF and others in the kidney care community by becoming a Facebook fan and Twitter follower. Read inspirational stories, post encouraging messages and interact with kidney disease patients and advocates.
 
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